Logistics Specialist

We have a current opportunity for a Logistic specialist on a contract basis. The position will be based in Dubai, UAE.
For further information about this position please apply.
 
Contract duration: 1 Year
Work location: Dubai, UAE
 
Minimum requirements
Logistics Specialist is responsible for managing international movements of assets, products and
materials upon the request of the Project Supply Lead / Material Workflow Manager.
The Logistics Specialist plans and allocates third-party resources to execute international shipments and
coordinate with the GeoUnit Domestic Planning Specialist for domestic movements to/from the country port exit/entry. This person optimizes equipment utilization, selects the most cost effective routings,
complies with the selection of preferred contracted carriers, and secures delivery as per the established service level.
Ensure the maximum usage of company contracted rates when arranging shipments.
Provide schedule estimate updates/actuals during execution to planners
Manage operational logistics transactions with the Logistics suppliers.
Be the Geounit or Support Center focal point for all international logistics movements.
Ensure full compliance of ail transports with international transport regulations.
Monitor cargo move status and performance, and investigate deviations.
Perform real-time tracking and monitoring of all shipments and communicate deviations
with stakeholders.
Implement proactive and corrective measures combined with appropriate communication when early
warning signs of deviation are detected.
Plan shipments to meet the required delivery dates from Operations and identify consolidation
opportunities.
Manage international logistics movements ensuring compliance with company policies.
Ensure full compliance of transports with the international transport regulations.
Be the interface between the Import/Export teams and ensure smooth communication flow between all parties.
Participate in performance analysis meetings.
Monitor and capture data for logistics milestones including Logistics cost in the business system.
Project Progress Reporting Project Reporting Management Procedure )
Report deviations in QUEST and follow up on action plans related to supplier deviations, deficiencies or warranty claims to Supply Manager and Project Manager, follow up with supplier for remedial action plan via quality event management system
 
Purchase order management                                                       
Risk assessment
Supplier Quality Management, Logistics                                        
Internal service delivery
Coordination                                                                              
Incident investigation and Continuous process
Warranty claim Management
Improvement
 
Experience
5 years logistics, planning or project execution experience
Prior work experience in Production
Facility /EPCC Projects
Prior experience in project planning or project execution procedures
Prior experience in handling Import / Export activities and associated approvals and permits.
 


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