We are hiring a Logistics Specialist – Import & Export in Sharjah, UAE to manage and follow up all import and export shipments, ensure proper documentation, and coordinate with suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehouse, finance, and sales teams — guaranteeing on-time delivery with accurate cost control and full compliance.
About the Role — Import/Export Logistics Coordination
Core Focus: End-to-end management of import and export shipments
Documentation: Shipping documents, customs declarations, and trade compliance
Coordination: Suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehouse, finance, and sales
Cost Control: Freight quotations, cost negotiation, and vendor management
Job Type Info
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site, Sharjah, UAE
Focus Areas: UAE import/export procedures, customs clearance, port operations
Systems: ERP or logistics tracking systems experience an advantage
Compliance: UAE customs, port, free zone, and international trade regulations
Position Overview
This Logistics Specialist – Import & Export role covers full shipment lifecycle management, from coordinating with international suppliers on shipment readiness and packing, to following up imports from origin through UAE port arrival and final delivery. On the export side, you’ll coordinate orders with sales, warehouse, and customers, prepare export documentation, arrange freight bookings, and ensure shipments comply with destination country requirements — all while maintaining accurate records and managing freight costs.
Why This Role Matters: As Logistics Specialist, you keep goods moving reliably across UAE ports and international borders, master critical trade skills like Incoterms, HS codes, and customs documentation, build strong relationships with freight forwarders, brokers, and global suppliers, gain hands-on cost-control experience negotiating freight and clearance charges, and grow toward senior supply chain and logistics management roles.
Key Responsibilities
Import Shipment Management
- Coordinate with international suppliers on shipment readiness and required documents
- Follow up import shipments from origin to UAE port or final delivery
- Track ETA, vessel details, container status, and demurrage risks
- Coordinate warehouse receiving, inspection, and GRN updates
Export Shipment Management
- Coordinate export orders with sales, warehouse, production, and customers
- Prepare and verify export documentation and arrange freight bookings
- Follow up container loading, packing list, and dispatch schedules
- Ensure export compliance with destination country requirements
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare and verify Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading/Air Waybill, and Certificate of Origin
- Manage HS Code details, MSDS, SASO, MOFA, and customs declaration documents
- Maintain organized shipment records and ensure UAE and international trade compliance
Freight, Cost & Vendor Coordination
- Request and compare freight quotations from forwarders
- Negotiate shipping, clearance, and delivery costs when needed
- Review freight, customs, and port charges before finance approval
- Maintain a database of approved logistics vendors and forwarders
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 2–4 years of experience in import/export logistics
- Experience in UAE customs clearance and port procedures is preferred
Essential Skills
- Good knowledge of shipping documentation and international trade procedures
- Knowledge of Incoterms, HS codes, freight forwarding, and customs requirements
- Experience with ERP or logistics tracking systems is an advantage
- Good communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage
About This Opportunity
This Logistics Specialist – Import & Export role in Sharjah offers hands-on ownership of end-to-end shipment management, from supplier coordination and customs clearance to freight cost control and compliance documentation. It’s a strong fit for logistics professionals looking to deepen their expertise in UAE trade procedures while working closely with international suppliers, freight forwarders, and cross-functional internal teams.
Career Growth: Build specialized import/export expertise and advance toward senior logistics and supply chain roles in the UAE.
Who Should Apply?
- Import/Export Coordinators: With 2–4 years of UAE logistics experience
- Customs Clearance Specialists: Familiar with UAE port and free zone procedures
- Supply Chain Graduates: With strong knowledge of Incoterms and shipping documentation
- Freight Cost Coordinators: Experienced negotiating rates with forwarders and vendors
- Bilingual Logistics Professionals: Fluent in English, with Arabic as an advantage
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