Shipping Operations Assistant / Specialist
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Role Overview
The role supports shipment coordination, documentation, carrier communication, delivery tracking, and daily shipping operations.
Positions are available as Shipping Operations Assistant or Shipping Operations Specialist within Shipping, Logistics, and Supply Chain.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role Overview
The role supports shipment coordination, documentation, carrier communication, delivery tracking, and daily shipping operations.
Positions are available as Shipping Operations Assistant or Shipping Operations Specialist within Shipping, Logistics, and Supply Chain.
Location and Work Environment
- The opportunity is based in the United Arab Emirates.
- The source describes the work environment as On-Site / Hybrid.
Employment and Career Level
- The employment type is full-time.
- The stated career level ranges from entry-level to mid-level.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily shipping and logistics activities.
- Prepare shipping documents, invoices, packing lists, and related records.
- Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, suppliers, warehouses, and customers.
- Track shipments and provide delivery-status updates.
- Monitor schedules, collection dates, and delivery timelines.
- Assist with bookings and transportation arrangements.
- Verify shipment information, quantities, destinations, and documentation.
- Follow up on delayed, damaged, or incomplete shipments and escalate issues.
- Maintain shipping records and update logistics systems.
- Assist with import/export documentation and customs coordination.
- Prepare shipping reports and support inventory, warehouse, procurement, and supply chain teams.
- Identify opportunities to improve shipping efficiency and reduce operational delays.
Qualifications
- A diploma or bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, Transportation, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous shipping, logistics, freight, warehouse, or operations experience is advantageous.
- Candidates should understand shipping and logistics processes.
- Strong organization, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and documentation accuracy are expected.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office is advantageous.
- Familiarity with ERP, logistics, or shipment-tracking systems is a plus.
- Candidates should manage multiple shipments and deadlines and work independently and collaboratively.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn are expected.
Development Opportunities
- The role offers practical experience in shipping and logistics operations.
- Employees work with Supply Chain and Operations teams and gain exposure to international logistics and transportation processes.
- Training and professional development opportunities are available.
- The role may support progression toward Logistics Specialist, Shipping Coordinator, or Supply Chain positions.
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