Logistics Officer

Job Title:       Logistics Officer

Reports to:    Supply Chain Manager

Job Objectives:

The Logistics Officer is responsible for providing logistic support and overseeing the overall logistic processes in support of the objectives of the organization. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail in order to oversee daily operations and logistics processes. In addition to having excellent organizational skills, you should also possess in-depth knowledge of logistics, and the import/export requirements of the Middle East and Asia Pacific.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Selecting carriers and negotiating contracts and rates.
• Planning and monitoring inbound and outgoing deliveries.
• Researching ideal shipping techniques, routing, and carriers.
• Working with other departments to incorporate logistics with company procedures and operations.
• Evaluating budgets and expenditures.
• Updating and evaluating metrics to assess performance and implement enhancements.
• Ensuring all operations adhere to laws, guidelines, and ISO requirements
• Ensure cost avoidance by getting multiple quotes to leverage negotiation.
• Ensure on-time delivery performance.
• Coordinates with the company-approved logistics forwarders.
• Collaborate with other departments, in order to guarantee smooth operations
• Develop efficient strategies that maximize savings by optimizing transport methods and routes
• Support documentation processes, including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin and manifestos
• Report on the status of shipments and any issues related to logistics

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or any related course

Years of Experience: 

Minimum of 2 years on import/export experience using land, sea and air freight in the Middle East and Asia Pacific.