About the Role
We're looking for a Logistics Manager to be the operational backbone of our lighting and smart automation business across the UAE and GCC region. You'll oversee everything from international freight coordination and customs clearance to warehouse management and last-mile delivery of high-value architectural fixtures to major construction sites. This role demands someone who thrives on precision, vendor management, and solving complex supply chain puzzles under pressure.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end international logistics operations, coordinating air, sea, and land shipments from global suppliers to our Dubai and Muscat warehouses while optimizing costs and transit times
- Negotiate freight contracts and service level agreements with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to secure competitive rates and reliable delivery performance
- Navigate UAE and GCC customs regulations, manage import permits, ensure compliance documentation, and oversee clearance procedures for all inbound shipments
- Oversee warehouse operations including space planning, inventory tracking, stock rotation, physical audits, and safe handling of delicate, high-value lighting fixtures and electronics
- Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and project management teams to ensure materials reach construction and fit-out sites on schedule and within budget
- Implement and maintain procurement systems that track materials from purchase order release through site delivery, including documentation verification and quality inspections
Requirements
- 5+ years of logistics management experience, ideally in international supply chain, freight forwarding, or warehouse operations
- Proven expertise navigating customs procedures, import regulations, and compliance requirements in UAE/GCC markets
- Strong vendor negotiation skills and experience managing multiple freight forwarders, shipping lines, and logistics providers
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control software; ERP experience is a plus
- Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple shipments, deadlines, and stakeholder communication simultaneously
- Nice to have: Experience with architectural products, electronics, or high-value goods requiring specialized handling
- Nice to have: Knowledge of smart automation or construction project logistics
Required Skills & Tech Stack
Supply Chain Management (Required)Inventory Management (Required)Transportation Management (Required)Demand Planning (Required)Procurement (Required)Warehouse Management Systems (Required)
Job Overview
Salary
AED 10,000 - 12,000 / month
Work Mode
onsite
Experience
mid