Logistics Supervisor

• Manage all import and export shipments by all modes of transport. • Plan, schedule, and track shipments from origin to final destination, ensuring on-time delivery. • Anticipate delays, risks, and disruptions, and take corrective action before they affect operations. • Obtain quotations, negotiate rates and terms, compare and choose best offer based on both cost and service quality • Maintain a record of rate comparisons and carrier performance. • Build and maintain strong relationships with forwarders, carriers, and clearing agents. • Verify Import & Export documents for accuracy and completeness against the requirements of customs regulations, and the import/export rules of each exporting country. • Ensure correct HS codes, declared values, and origin details to avoid delays, penalties, or demurrage. • Liaise with customs brokers and authorities to resolve clearance issues promptly. • Stay current with changes in customs laws, tariffs, and trade regulations in all relevant regions. • Gather and maintain all certifications and product/company details that may be required for exporting to other countries • Work closely with internal departments and provide regular status updates & early notifications on delays or issues. • Prepare periodic reports on shipment performance, freight costs, carrier performance, and delays. • Proactively identify bottlenecks and cost-saving opportunities in the logistics process. • Develop and improve SOPs for import/export workflows, documentation, and compliance. • Ensure a high level of service to all internal departments through anticipation, follow-up, and clear communication. Skills and Competencies • Strong negotiation and cost-analysis skills. • Excellent attention to detail in document verification and compliance. • Strong communication and coordination skills across departments, suppliers, and external agents. • Proactive, solution-oriented, and able to work under pressure and tight deadlines. • Good organizational and time-management skills. • Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems and apps. • Fluent in English • A bachelor's degree (logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred for a foundational understanding) • Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain roles, demonstrating a trajectory of increasing responsibility. • UAE Driving license is a must • Certification in logistics or supply chain management is highly valued to validate expertise. • Experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably within the manufacturing or retail sectors, is advantageous.