Logistics Specialist, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh (m/f/*)

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Manage import activities in line with Saudi regulations and internal processes.
• Coordinate inbound transportation from ports or airports to warehouses or customer locations.
• Monitor shipment schedules, transit milestones, handoffs, and on-time performance.
• Coordinate with transport providers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, 3PLs, and certification bodies.
• Prepare and submit invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, BOE, permits, Saber certificates, and related records.
• Manage customs clearance to minimize delays, penalties, rejections, holds, and demurrage costs.
• Communicate shipment status, delays, risks, and transportation issues to stakeholders.
• Resolve congestion, delivery delays, damaged cargo, documentation gaps, and warehouse readiness issues.
• Track logistics performance using delivery, damage, turnaround-time, and cost metrics.
• Review freight invoices, maintain reports, and support continuous improvement.

Minimum requirements

• Experience in import, customs clearance, logistics, or supply chain.
• Knowledge of Saudi customs regulations and import documentation.
• Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• English and Arabic proficiency.
• Driving license.
• Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Saber certification.
• Familiarity with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PLs.
• Knowledge of trade compliance, ERP or logistics systems, and freight invoice review.

Job specifics

• The role is based at the 3M office in the Cordoba district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• The working model requires five days on site.
• Travel may include up to 5% domestic or international travel.
• Relocation is not authorized.
• The working pattern is full-time.