Logistics Coordinator

Job Description

Responsible for ensuring on time deliveries of both import & export material, products and in the most cost-effective way for ITT Saudi Co.

Oversees the transportation of goods from the manufacturer, supplier to the facility.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan and co-ordinate logistics operations liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers and transportation companies
• Manage and co-ordinate logistics including arranging freight quotation, collections, transportation, storage, delivery and arrange required paperwork for smooth processing of shipments.
• Produce logistics schedules and reports and communicate updates and any concerns to relevant parties
• Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs
• Track shipments
• Assist in the selection of carriers/suppliers and keep all appropriate documentation and service level agreements
• Monitor carrier performance and handle performance issues and concerns within capability
• Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures for product transit or delivery
• Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics, imports or exports or customer issues and refer to manager if and when required
• Review opportunities for savings by removing waste or unnecessary steps in the logistics process
• Maintain performance metrics and reports in order to provide meaningful logistics information and as a means of measuring and evaluating performance
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all involved in the logistics/Shipping process
• Provide reports to outlining issues such as tracking, delivery times, costs etc.
• Ensure compliance with KSA import/export regulations/customs regulations and safe handling of material
• Monitor Supplier/customer packaging to ensure quality of goods during transportation
• Monitor accuracy of labelling process to ensure correct parts/finished assemblies reach correct customers on time.

Position Requirements

• Strong communication skills with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally
• Experience of working in logistics, supply chain or transportation function within manufacturing environment with a good knowledge of logistics processes and procedures
• Good knowledge/accreditation of technical regulations related to logistics such as import/export, customs regulations, SASO/SABER Requirements, aviation security and shipment of dangerous goods
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Good planning skills with the ability to handle multiple projects through to completion and to manage competing priorities
• Strong IT systems knowledge, Advanced Excel User and skills including knowledge and understanding of specialist systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERPLX), Bill of Material (BOM) etc. will be an advantage.