Imports and Exports Specialist

at  Excelsior Group ME

The Role
Documentation and Process Knowledge: • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of document requirements for Import and Export into UAE by Air, Sea, and land, including Invoice, Packing List, Delivery Advice, Certificate of Origin, and MOFAIC attestations. • Coordinate with Overseas Agents for DAP and DDP shipments, ensuring checking pre-alerts for imports, compliance with commercial documentation and consignee preparedness. • Coordinate collection of delivery orders from shipping lines. • Facilitate payment release by liaising with the finance team. • Knowledge of issuing Delivery Orders through Dubai Trade Portal. • Familiarity with issuing Delivery Orders through DNATA Calogi portal or manual processes. • Prepare letters for Shipping lines, DNATA, and Airlines to facilitate the issuance of Delivery Orders and other import & export processes. HS Code Knowledge: • Identify HS codes and understand customs document requirements for imports & exports into Freezones & UAE mainland. • Awareness of GCC regulations such as SASO, KUCAS, etc. is preferred. Short Landing & Other Unexpected Issues: • Resolve issues related to cargo short landing, pilferage, container shutouts, roll-overs, container damage, demurrage, and other unexpected disruptions & cost escalations in Sea and Air Shipments. Sea Shipment Exports: • Manage the entire export shipment cycle from shipment confirmation to shipment sailing, including SI Submissions, BL draft confirmations, and ensuring all cut-offs are met by closely coordinating with customers. Warehouse Activities: • Handle warehouse activities for CLFL clients and overseas partners, including physical checks, stock reports with the help of photos and videos, and submissions to management.

Requirements

• Manage import/export logistics in the UAE, ensuring compliance, stakeholder collaboration, and resolution of shipment challenges via air, sea, and land. Optimize processes for smooth transportation and oversee documentation compliance. Lead a team, streamline operations, coordinate with agents, and enhance client satisfaction. Implement strategic pricing and contribute to the company’s growth.

About the company
Excelsior is a bespoke HR and recruitment consultancy, specialising in the Security, Facilities Management, Education and Automotive sectors. Excelsior provides a high quality, reliable and affordable solution to companies in these sectors. Exciting opportunities and market insights will be regularly posted on this page. If you are a talented individual looking for a change, then our highly experienced Consultants are ready to match you with an exciting new career opportunity

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