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Logistics Manager
Lamipak
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Manager
Onsite
Today
Import/Export OperationsCustoms ClearancePort OperationsContainer LogisticsShipping Line NegotiationVendor Management
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About the Role
Lamipak is hiring a Logistics Manager to oversee large-scale import and cross-border logistics operations in the MEA region. The role involves managing 100+ containers monthly, customs clearance, port operations, and vendor negotiations.
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Import/Export OperationsCustoms ClearancePort OperationsContainer LogisticsShipping Line NegotiationVendor Management
Responsibilities
- Manage high volume destination port arrivals, customs declarations, clearance, and container trucking to ensure smooth and timely turnover of 100+ containers monthly
- Maintain direct relationships with shipping lines and carriers; negotiate fee waivers (Demurrage/Detention) and capacity allocation as needed
- Engage early in major sales deals and projects to provide logistics solutions, cost estimations, and delivery commitments
- Develop and manage a local vendor network (trucking fleets, customs brokers, forwarders, bonded yards) across the MEA region
- Oversee the regional bulk logistics budget; identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across port, clearance, and trucking operations through vendor negotiation
- Ensure trade compliance and manage customs risks; develop standardized SOPs and contingency plans
Requirements
- 8+ years of hands on logistics management experience in the MEA region, preferably within in house manufacturing logistics solutions
- Demonstrated experience managing a monthly volume of 100+ containers, with strong expertise in full container load (FCL) import/export processes
- Bachelor's degree or above in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Trade, or a related field
- Candidates with combined experience across both Africa (MUST) and the Middle East
- Fluent in English (spoken and written), with the ability to conduct high stakes business negotiations
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Summary of Job Duties
- Responsible for large scale, end to end import and cross border logistics operations in the region, managing a monthly volume of 100+ containers (TEU).
- This role focuses on import/export customs clearance, port operations, and container land transportation.
- The candidate will work closely with local sales teams and major clients to develop cost effective bulk logistics solutions.
Main Responsibilities
- Manage high volume destination port arrivals, customs declarations, clearance, and container trucking to ensure smooth and timely turnover of 100+ containers monthly.
- Monitor shipping schedules, yard status, and port dynamics in real time; coordinate resolution of customs inspections and holds to minimize delays.
- Maintain direct relationships with shipping lines and carriers; negotiate fee waivers (Demurrage/Detention) and capacity allocation as needed.
- Optimize inland container transportation routes and fleet arrangements to reduce delays, cargo damage, and refusal risks.
- Engage early in major sales deals and projects to provide logistics solutions, cost estimations, and delivery commitments.
- Liaise directly with key distributors and VIP clients; coordinate logistics milestones and resolve complex delivery issues in a timely manner.
- Develop and manage a local vendor network (trucking fleets, customs brokers, forwarders, bonded yards) across the MEA region; maintain up to date knowledge of customs policies and port regulations.
- Oversee the regional bulk logistics budget; identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across port, clearance, and trucking operations through vendor negotiation.
- Ensure trade compliance and manage customs risks; develop standardized SOPs and contingency plans for scenarios such as customs holds or shipping line disputes.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of hands on logistics management experience in the MEA region, preferably within in house manufacturing logistics solutions.
- Demonstrated experience managing a monthly volume of 100+ containers, with strong expertise in full container load (FCL) import/export processes.
- Bachelor's degree or above in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Trade, or a related field.
- Candidates with combined experience across both Africa (MUST) and the Middle East.
- Ability to manage complex, time sensitive logistics challenges and drive timely resolution under operational pressure.
- Proven experience in direct negotiations with major shipping lines /forwarders on matters including space allocation, demurrage/detention waivers, and delay claims.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written), with the ability to conduct high stakes business negotiations.
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