A leading multinational organisation operating across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region is hiring a skilled Supply Chain Specialist in Dubai, UAE — responsible for planning and coordinating product supply across MEA, managing demand and inventory planning, consolidating sales data, handling shipping and trade documentation including Letters of Credit, coordinating logistics activities, and collaborating with regional and international stakeholders to ensure smooth supply chain operations and the consistent achievement of sales targets across diverse, multicultural markets.
About the Role — MEA Supply Chain in Dubai
Scope: Full supply chain specialist responsibility across the Middle East and Africa region — coordinating supply planning, logistics, trade documentation, and inventory management from Dubai
Key Focus Areas: Demand and inventory planning, Letter of Credit management, shipping documentation, logistics coordination, data analysis, and stakeholder communication across MEA markets
Stakeholder Network: Regular coordination with headquarters, regional supply hubs, third-party logistics providers, sales teams, and multicultural customers across multiple MEA countries
Systems: Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint, ERP systems, and supply chain management tools for planning, reporting, order management, and operational analysis
Company Type: Multinational organisation with established MEA operations — offering international exposure, structured processes, and a collaborative cross-cultural working environment in Dubai
Why This Supply Chain Specialist Role in Dubai Stands Out
MEA Regional Scope: Manage supply chain operations across the full Middle East and Africa region from Dubai — one of the world’s most strategically positioned supply chain hubs for emerging market trade
Letter of Credit Expertise: Deepen and apply your LC expertise daily — one of the most technically complex and highly valued competencies in international trade and supply chain management in the UAE
Multinational Environment: Work within a structured, international organisation — gaining career-building exposure to global supply chain best practices, ERP systems, and cross-cultural stakeholder management
Continuous Improvement: A role that actively rewards creative thinking, process improvement contributions, and the willingness to train colleagues and share technical supply chain knowledge
Position Overview
The Supply Chain Specialist in Dubai is a comprehensive, multi-function supply chain role covering planning, data management, trade documentation, logistics coordination, and continuous improvement across the Middle East and Africa region. You will develop sales, inventory, and purchase plans by product, customer, and month, collect and consolidate MEA sales and inventory data, prepare and manage trade documentation including proforma invoices, order sheets, and Letters of Credit, coordinate with headquarters and supply hubs on launches, pricing, and production schedules, oversee inbound and outbound logistics, monitor shipment and payment status, manage third-party logistics costs, train team members on LC processes, and identify opportunities to enhance supply chain performance and service levels across this dynamic, internationally connected Dubai-based role.
Why This Role Matters: As Supply Chain Specialist in Dubai, you ensure the uninterrupted flow of products across one of the world’s most complex and diverse regional markets — Middle East and Africa — where supply chain excellence directly determines whether companies meet their commercial targets and serve customers effectively, manage Letter of Credit processes that underpin every international trade transaction across MEA — applying specialist LC knowledge that commands strong professional respect and market value in Dubai’s international trade and logistics employment market, build a uniquely broad supply chain career profile encompassing demand planning, inventory management, trade compliance, logistics coordination, ERP operations, and multi-stakeholder communication — all within a single, highly impactful role at a multinational organisation, contribute to organisational knowledge and team capability through LC training and process improvement — making a lasting professional impact beyond your individual output by building supply chain excellence across the Dubai MEA team, and advance your international supply chain career in Dubai — one of the world’s premier logistics and trade hubs — within a structured, globally connected multinational that offers genuine cross-regional professional development and exposure to best-practice supply chain management.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Planning & Demand Forecasting
- Develop comprehensive sales, inventory, and purchase plans by product model, customer, and month — ensuring supply availability is accurately aligned with MEA regional demand forecasts and commercial sales targets throughout the planning cycle
- Review forecasts and actual performance data collaboratively with Sales teams and management — identifying variances, understanding root causes, and adjusting supply plans proactively to maintain optimal inventory levels across MEA markets
- Manage internal ERP systems for order placement, stock availability checks, and procurement planning — ensuring real-time accuracy of supply data that supports reliable planning decisions across the MEA supply chain
- Prepare professional reports, presentations, and planning materials using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word — supporting management with high-quality analytical data and actionable business insights for strategic supply chain decision-making
Data Management, Analysis & Reporting
- Collect, consolidate, and validate monthly sales, inventory, and purchase data from diverse MEA accounts and regional sales teams — transforming raw data into structured, accurate datasets that support reliable business performance analysis
- Distribute clearly summarised reports and business updates to relevant internal and external stakeholders across the MEA region — ensuring decision-makers at every level have timely access to accurate supply chain performance information
- Maintain comprehensive inventory reports involving third-party logistics providers — analysing inventory movements, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented promptly to protect stock accuracy and financial reconciliation
- Analyse supply chain performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities — providing management with evidence-based recommendations that enhance operational effectiveness across MEA supply chain activities
Letter of Credit & Trade Documentation Management
- Manage the full Letter of Credit (LC) process across all relevant MEA trade transactions — reviewing LC terms, coordinating documentation preparation, identifying discrepancies, and proactively implementing amendments to ensure smooth and compliant trade execution
- Prepare and manage all trade-related documentation — including Proforma Invoices, Order Sheets, Sales and Inventory Reports, and Shipping Documentation — ensuring every document is accurate, complete, and compliant with LC and regulatory requirements
- Ensure timely receipt, verification, and submission of all logistics and shipping documents from all parties involved in MEA supply chain transactions — preventing delays, penalties, and payment complications caused by documentation errors or omissions
- Train team members on Letter of Credit processes and international trade documentation best practices — building organisational LC competence and reducing dependency on individual knowledge within the Dubai supply chain team
Logistics Coordination & Continuous Improvement
- Coordinate with headquarters and regional supply hubs on product launches, production schedules, pricing updates, and supply planning — maintaining clear, consistent communication that aligns global supply decisions with MEA regional commercial requirements
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics activities — issuing accurate shipping instructions, ensuring timely dispatch, verifying payments and trade documentation, and maintaining real-time updates on all active shipment and payment statuses
- Monitor all MEA import and export activities to ensure full compliance with applicable customs regulations, trade compliance requirements, and legal frameworks — proactively managing compliance risks across a diverse multi-country market territory
- Identify and implement opportunities for supply chain process improvements and operational efficiencies — contributing creative, practical solutions that enhance service levels, reduce costs, and strengthen overall MEA supply chain performance
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience Requirements
- 3 to 5 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, or Freight Forwarding — with demonstrable expertise across demand planning, trade documentation, and logistics coordination in an MEA or international context
- Proven, hands-on expertise in handling Letters of Credit and international shipping documentation — this is a core technical requirement for the role and candidates without LC experience will not be considered
- Experience working within multinational organisations is preferred — demonstrating familiarity with global supply chain processes, cross-functional stakeholder management, and the structured operational environments typical of international companies
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel — for inventory and sales data analysis, supply planning, report preparation, and management presentation development across MEA supply chain activities
- Hands-on experience using ERP systems and supply chain management tools — for order management, stock availability tracking, procurement planning, and inventory reconciliation across MEA markets
- Strong understanding of shipping instructions, container utilisation, and logistics planning — combined with practical experience managing trade compliance requirements across multiple Middle East and Africa country markets
Essential Competencies
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive, positive “can-do” attitude — essential for navigating the complex, fast-moving, and sometimes unpredictable supply chain challenges of operating across the MEA region from Dubai
- High attention to detail and accuracy — critical for LC documentation management, inventory data reconciliation, and trade compliance activities where errors carry significant financial and operational consequences
- Ability to work effectively with multicultural teams and stakeholders across different MEA countries and cultures — demonstrating cultural awareness, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills in a genuinely international working environment
- Excellent communication and organisational capabilities — with the ability to manage multiple concurrent supply chain workstreams, prioritise effectively, and maintain professional standards across all stakeholder interactions
About the Company
This multinational organisation operates across the Middle East and Africa region — managing complex, multi-country supply chains from its Dubai hub to serve diverse customer bases across some of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly growing consumer and industrial markets. With a strong focus on operational excellence, trade compliance, and commercial agility, the Dubai supply chain team plays a central role in ensuring product availability, logistics efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction across the full MEA territory. The company values proactive, analytically strong supply chain professionals who can combine technical trade expertise with collaborative, cross-cultural team working to drive continuous improvement and business growth.
Career Excellence: Join this Dubai-based multinational as Supply Chain Specialist — where your MEA logistics expertise, Letter of Credit mastery, ERP skills, and cross-cultural supply chain coordination capabilities directly enable product availability and commercial success across one of the world’s most diverse and challenging regional market territories.
Who Should Apply?
- MEA Supply Chain Specialists: With 3–5 years experience in supply chain, logistics, or international trade with proven MEA market knowledge and Letter of Credit management expertise based in Dubai or UAE
- Letter of Credit & Trade Documentation Experts: With strong LC processing experience, international shipping documentation skills, and trade compliance knowledge relevant to Middle East and Africa cross-border trade transactions
- ERP-Proficient Supply Chain Analysts: With advanced Excel skills, ERP system experience, and strong inventory planning and data analysis capabilities seeking a multi-functional SCM specialist role in a Dubai multinational
- Logistics & Freight Forwarding Professionals: With 3+ years of inbound and outbound logistics coordination, shipping instruction management, and third-party logistics oversight experience in an international trade environment
- Multinational Supply Chain Professionals: With cross-cultural stakeholder management experience, continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to train colleagues on LC and trade processes — seeking a broad, high-impact Dubai supply chain role
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