Logistics Coordinator

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator

Location: UAE

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years (UAE-based)

Preferably candidate who has immediate availability (visit visa or own-visa)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Logistics Coordinator to manage and oversee the importation of products from multiple international markets. The role involves coordinating end-to-end logistics operations, ensuring compliance with UAE import regulations, and negotiating with logistics service providers to achieve cost-effective and timely deliveries.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience handling imports by air and sea, in-depth knowledge of the UAE logistics landscape, and a proven track record working either within an importing business or a logistics service provider in the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods from international suppliers, primarily from China, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, the USA, and other global markets
• Coordinate shipments via air freight and sea freight, including scheduling, documentation, and delivery timelines
• Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and clearing agents in the UAE
• Ensure full compliance with UAE import regulations and customs requirements
• Handle all import-related documentation, including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, HS codes, and customs clearance paperwork
• Manage and ensure required product certifications and approvals, including but not limited to:
• TRA (Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority)
• MOIAT (Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology)

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• Monitor shipment status, resolve delays, and proactively manage logistics risks
• Negotiate rates, contracts, and service terms with logistics service providers to optimize cost and efficiency
• Maintain strong relationships with local and international logistics partners
• Support internal teams with accurate logistics timelines, cost breakdowns, and compliance guidance

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation skills with proven ability to secure competitive rates and favorable terms
• In-depth knowledge of the UAE logistics and customs environment
• Strong understanding of logistics service providers in the UAE (freight forwarders, couriers, shipping lines, and clearing agents)
• Excellent understanding of UAE import regulations, certifications, and compliance processes
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and suppliers simultaneously
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the UAE, either:
• Within a company that regularly imports goods, or
• Working with a logistics or freight forwarding company

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• Hands-on experience managing imports via air and sea freight
• Proven experience dealing with customs clearance and regulatory approvals in the UAE
• Familiarity with HS codes, customs valuation, and duty structures
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field is preferred

Why Join Us

• Work in a dynamic, international supply chain environment
• Exposure to global suppliers and complex logistics operations
• Opportunity to play a key role in optimizing and scaling import operations

Salary bracket will be 5,000 to 7,500 depending on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,500.00 per month