Description:
We are looking to hire a Logistics Coordinator who will be managing the transportation of scrap metal imported from yards in European and Latin American markets and exported worldwide to customers on various delivery terms
About the Job Role:
Lead and manage transportation for all ferrous and non-ferrous scrap products, handling all aspects of shipping and delivery, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective coordination and communication with relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure that the material purchased on daily basis is tagged, picked, and delivered on-time and in-full.
- Request quotations from freight forwarders and shipping lines on a daily basis to prepare accurate comparative bid statements for informed logistics decisions.
- Plan and track the shipment of material according to Buyers’ requirements.
- Keep logs and records of stock, executed orders, etc.
- Analyse data and prepare accurate reports for the Management team.
- Assess and mitigate potential risks associated with logistics activities. Develop contingency plans to address supply chain disruptions and ensure business continuity.
- Ensure compliance with relevant local and international regulations, industry standards, environmental standards, and company policies in all logistics activities.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Purchase, Sales, and Accounts teams, to streamline processes and optimize the overall Supply Chain.
Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
- Must be based in the UAE
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in freight forwarding, and must have existing network of freight forwarders & shipping lines
- Must have knowledge of filling Annex 7 for Export Purpose
- Must have a good level of computer literacy & have experience with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
- Must have good analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.