Saudi Freight Forwarding Operations Lead

Dgl; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DGL in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Freight Forwarding Operations Executive to manage end-to-end air and sea freight operations, including import/export documentation and Saudi Customs clearance.

The role requires strong knowledge of Saudi Customs procedures and close coordination with airlines, shipping lines, ports, customs brokers, transporters and logistics partners to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
• 3–5 years of relevant freight forwarding/logistics operations experience in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Customs and import/export procedures.
• Familiarity with airports, seaports, and logistics hubs in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience coordinating with airlines, shipping lines, customs brokers, transporters and vendors.
• Excellent communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• English and Hindi; Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end operations for airfreight and seafreight imports and exports.
• Ensure Saudi customs documentation and clearance requirements are met.
• Coordinate with airlines, shipping lines, ports, brokers, and transporters.
• Manage shipments through major airports and seaports in Saudi Arabia.
• Coordinate with local warehouses and logistics vendors.
• Prepare bookings, shipment tracking, and delivery coordination.
• Ensure timely customs clearance and delivery to clients.
• Resolve operational issues, delays, and documentation discrepancies.
• Maintain shipment records and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide shipment updates to sales and customer service teams.
• Develop relationships with local vendors and service providers.

Skills

Communication skills

Coordination

Problem solving

Saudi Customs knowledge

English

Hindi

Arabic (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

DGL in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Freight Forwarding Operations Executive to manage end-to-end air and sea freight operations, including import/export documentation and Saudi Customs clearance.

The role requires strong knowledge of Saudi Customs procedures and close coordination with airlines, shipping lines, ports, customs brokers, transporters and logistics partners to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient operations.