Import Export Manager – KSA Sales Operation

pladis Foods Limited; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

pladis is seeking a Senior Supply Chain professional in Jeddah to lead end-to-end order fulfillment, Import/Export activities, and cross-functional coordination across Sales, Supply Planning, Warehouse, Logistics and Finance.

The role requires 7–10 years in Supply Chain / Logistics, strong Excel skills, and hands-on trade experience in Saudi Arabia. You will drive performance reporting, resolve delays, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in Supply Chain / Logistics / Sales Operations.
• FMCG industry experience strongly preferred.
• Hands‑on Import & Export experience in Saudi Arabia, including customs, re‑export, and port operations.
• Strong Order Management background (order flow, allocation, shipment planning).
• Experience coordinating with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and distributors.
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reporting). Shipment tracking tools and logistics dashboards.
• Strong ownership mindset and proactive follow‑up. Excellent communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to manage pressure, delays, and escalations professionally. Strong problem‑solving and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Sales Operations & Order Fulfillment Support: end-to-end order fulfillment from entry to delivery, align with commitments and service levels.
• Import & Export Operations: manage day-to-day activities, ensure smooth shipment plans and regulatory compliance.
• Supply Chain & Cross‑Functional Coordination: coordinate between Sales, Supply Planning, Warehouse, Logistics, and Finance.
• Performance Management: prepare/export operational reports covering Orders, Shipments and delivery status.
• Insurance & Compliance: support insurance management, policy renewals, and regulatory compliance.
• Continuous Improvement & Team Support: assist in process improvements and data quality.

Skills

Supply chain management

Order management

Import & export

Excel advanced

Stakeholder management

Job description

Job Overview

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose‑led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability.

If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact Click “Apply” to get started.

Responsibilities

• Sales Operations & Order Fulfillment Support: end-to-end order fulfillment from order entry to final delivery, ensuring alignment with customer commitments and agreed service levels. Monitor and improve Order Fulfillment KPIs, including: On-Time Delivery (OTD) / OTIF Order Cycle Time, Backorders and Delay Root Cause Analysis. Coordinate closely with the Sales team to ensure accurate order processing, confirmed delivery dates, and proactive customer communication. Support sales planning by aligning order priorities with inventory availability and shipment schedules.
• Import & Export Operations: Manage and support day-to-day Import and Export activities to ensure smooth execution of shipment plans and compliance with international trade regulations. Communicate and coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, suppliers, and customers regarding bookings, dispatched shipments, and delivery schedules. Manage freight forwarding and customs clearance brokers for all types of Import & Export including Finished Goods, Project Cargo (Machinery), and Spare Parts, ensuring proper documentation and customs clearance. Track shipment status and resolve operational issues related to delays, damages, or documentation discrepancies.
• Supply Chain & Cross‑Functional Coordination: Act as a coordination point between Sales, Supply Planning, Warehouse, Logistics, and Finance to ensure seamless flow of orders and shipments. Support alignment between demand, inventory readiness, shipment planning, and customer delivery expectations. Identify bottlenecks across the supply chain and support corrective actions to improve service levels and reduce lead times.
• Performance Management: Prepare and maintain Export operational reports covering Orders, Shipment and delivery status. Analyze performance trends and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Insurance & Compliance: Support marine and land insurance management, including policy administration, renewals, claims coordination, and payment follow-up. Ensure compliance with company policies, insurance requirements, and international trade regulations.
• Continuous Improvement & Team Support: Support process improvement initiatives related to sales operations, order management, and logistics efficiency. Assist in SOP updates, system accuracy, and data quality improvements. Act as backup to the line manager and provide operational support to team members as needed.

Experience & Qualifications

• 7–10 years in Supply Chain / Logistics / Sales Operations. FMCG industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Hands‑on Import & Export experience in Saudi Arabia, including customs, re‑export, and port operations.
• Strong Order Management background (order flow, allocation, shipment planning).
• Experience coordinating with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and distributors.
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reporting). Shipment tracking tools and logistics dashboards.
• Strong ownership mindset and proactive follow‑up. Excellent communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to manage pressure, delays, and escalations professionally. Strong problem‑solving and stakeholder management.

Equal Opportunity Statement

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.