Import and Logistics Analyst - Jeddah

MBRF; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MBRF in Jeddah seeks a skilled Logistics and Import Operations professional to coordinate import flows, customs clearance, and transportation to the Jeddah factory, while minimizing delays and costs.

You will manage import documentation, create and track PRs/POs in SAP, monitor supplier invoices and logistics expenses, and collaborate with suppliers, customs agents, and internal teams to ensure smooth shipments and compliance with HSE and halal standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Experience in import operations, customs clearance, logistics coordination and related documentation processes.
• At least 2 years of experience in inventory management and SAP, including procurement and logistics processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and strong command of English. Arabic is considered an advantage.
• Currently based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import operations, customs clearance and transportation activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials to our Jeddah factory while minimizing delays and demurrage costs.
• Manage and verify import documentation, including invoices, packing lists, health and HALAL certificates, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and internal procedures.
• Create and maintain purchase requisitions (PRs), purchase orders (POs), inbound deliveries and shipment records in SAP, including intercompany transactions and logistics expense provisions.
• Monitor purchase order conditions, supplier invoices and logistics costs, ensuring accurate payment bookings, cost allocation and alignment with contractual agreements.
• Analyze cost discrepancies, reconcile supplier statements of account (SOA) and outstanding provisions, and coordinate with Finance and Accounts Payable teams to resolve payment-related issues.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customs agents, transporters, 3PL providers and internal teams to manage shipments, warehouse activities and documentation requirements, including Jeddah and Dammam port operations.
• Maintain accurate operational records, proactively resolve shipment and documentation issues, and support continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with HSE and food safety standards.

Skills

Import operations

Logistics coordination

Inventory management

Supplier coordination

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Come work at MBRF, a company present in the lives of thousands of families around the world. From the simplest moments to the most special ones, we nourish life through quality, innovation, and the people who make everything happen.

What will you be doing at MBRF?

• Coordinate import operations, customs clearance and transportation activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials to our Jeddah factory while minimizing delays and demurrage costs
• Manage and verify import documentation, including invoices, packing lists, health and HALAL certificates, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and internal procedures
• Create and maintain purchase requisitions (PRs), purchase orders (POs), inbound deliveries and shipment records in SAP, including intercompany transactions and logistics expense provisions
• Monitor purchase order conditions, supplier invoices and logistics costs, ensuring accurate payment bookings, cost allocation and alignment with contractual agreements
• Analyze cost discrepancies, reconcile supplier statements of account (SOA) and outstanding provisions, and coordinate with Finance and Accounts Payable teams to resolve payment-related issues
• Collaborate with suppliers, customs agents, transporters, 3PL providers and internal teams to manage shipments, warehouse activities and documentation requirements, including Jeddah and Dammam port operations
• Maintain accurate operational records, proactively resolve shipment and documentation issues, and support continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with HSE and food safety standards

What kind of profile are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Experience in import operations, customs clearance, logistics coordination and related documentation processes
• At least 2 years of experience in inventory management and SAP, including procurement and logistics processes
• Knowledge of purchase order management, invoice reconciliation, logistics costs and supplier coordination
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and strong command of English. Arabic is considered an advantage
• Currently based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, or willing to relocate