Sr Associate, Logistics & Freight Management

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

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Sr. Associate, Logistics & Freight Management in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

You will support transportation, customs compliance, and distribution activities for Alcon's Saudi Distribution Center, coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, customs clearance, and collaboration with freight forwarders and warehouse teams across the region. You will ensure timely, compliant delivery, track shipments, review freight invoices, and support NUPCO processes while upholding GxP and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, freight forwarding, customs clearance, or supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of Saudi customs procedures and import/export documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities and monitor shipment execution.
• Manage customs clearance documentation and act as the key contact with customs authorities using FASAH/ZATCA.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and warehouse teams to ensure operational continuity.
• Support NUPCO shipment processes, including ASN bookings and Goods Receipt Management.
• Track deliveries, resolve logistics issues, and manage customer-specific distribution requirements.
• Review freight invoices, validate costs, and follow up on discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with GxP regulations, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Identify operational improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong organizational

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

FASAH/ZATCA systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr. Associate, Logistics & Freight Management

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

About Alcon

At Alcon, we help people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care, we are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to improving lives through our industry-leading products and technologies.

The Opportunity

As a Sr. Associate, Logistics & Freight Management, you will support transportation, customs compliance, and distribution activities for Alcon's Saudi Distribution Center. You will coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, customs clearance processes, logistics service providers, and distribution operations to ensure timely, compliant, and efficient product delivery across Saudi Arabia. You will also support transportation projects across GEM region (mainly Middle East, North Africa).

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities and monitor shipment execution.
• Manage customs clearance documentation and act as the key contact with customs authorities using FASAH/ZATCA.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and warehouse teams to ensure operational continuity.
• Support NUPCO shipment processes, including ASN bookings and Goods Receipt Management.
• Track deliveries, resolve logistics issues, and manage customer-specific distribution requirements.
• Review freight invoices, validate costs, and follow up on discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with GxP regulations, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Identify operational improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, freight forwarding, customs clearance, or supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of Saudi customs procedures and import/export documentation.
• Experience working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken) is required.
• Familiarity with FASAH/ZATCA systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Why Join Alcon?

At Alcon, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your career in a dynamic, collaborative, and purpose-driven environment dedicated to helping people see brilliantly.

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all associates.

At Alcon, we are committed to helping people see better. We believe patients should have access to quality eye care regardless of their economic circumstances; however, barriers to good eye health exist for patients in both developed and emerging markets. Alcon develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide.