A Logistics Operations Specialist in a trading company focuses on ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of goods from origin to the final destination, often managing the entire supply chain from procurement to delivery . They are responsible for coordinating transportation, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with regulations, while also identifying and implementing improvements to optimize operations and reduce costs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating Transportation: Scheduling and managing transportation, including selecting carriers, optimizing routes, and tracking shipments.
• Inventory Management: Maintaining accurate inventory levels, preventing shortages or overstocking, and managing storage and handling of goods.
• Documentation and Compliance: Managing all necessary shipping documents, ensuring compliance with import/export regulations, and handling customs procedures.
• Supplier and Customer Communication: Collaborating with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers to ensure timely delivery and address any logistical issues.
• Process Optimization: Analyzing data, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain, including transportation delays, damage, or loss of goods.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintaining clear communication with all relevant parties, including internal teams, suppliers, and customers, to ensure smooth operations.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field, with a strong understanding of shipping documentation and processes.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in logistics software, inventory management systems, and data analysis tools.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy and meticulousness in handling documentation, inventory, and other operational tasks.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve logistical challenges effectively and efficiently.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with various stakeholders.

• Coordinating Transportation: Scheduling and managing transportation, including selecting carriers, optimizing routes, and tracking shipments.
• Inventory Management: Maintaining accurate inventory levels, preventing shortages or overstocking, and managing storage and handling of goods.
• Documentation and Compliance: Managing all necessary shipping documents, ensuring compliance with import/export regulations, and handling customs procedures.
• Supplier and Customer Communication: Collaborating with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers to ensure timely delivery and address any logistical issues.
• Process Optimization: Analyzing data, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain, including transportation delays, damage, or loss of goods.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintaining clear communication with all relevant parties, including internal teams, suppliers, and customers, to ensure smooth operations