Freight Forwarding Operations Executive; Land & Sea Freight
Job in
Dubai, Dubai, UAE/Dubai
Listed on 2026-06-12
Listing for:
Powernsun - Solar Components Distributors
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Freight, Transportation Logistics, Dispatcher, Transportation Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Freight Forwarding Operations Executive (Land & Sea Freight)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Salary: Up to AED 10,000 per month (depending on experience)
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Freight Forwarding Operations Executive to manage and coordinate land and sea freight operations across the Middle East, with a strong focus on trade lanes involving Nigeria and Kenya. The ideal candidate will have hands-on freight forwarding experience, strong operational knowledge, and the ability to manage shipments efficiently from origin to destination.
Key Responsibilities- Manage end-to-end freight forwarding operations for land and sea shipments.
- Coordinate import and export shipments across Middle East markets.
- Handle shipments to and from Nigeria and Kenya, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
- Liaise with shipping lines, transporters, agents, customs brokers, and customers to ensure smooth shipment execution.
- Prepare and review shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, manifests, invoices, packing lists, and customs-related documents.
- Monitor shipment status and proactively communicate updates to customers and stakeholders.
- Coordinate customs clearance activities and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Negotiate rates and work closely with carriers, overseas agents, and service providers.
- Ensure compliance with company SOPs, industry regulations, and customer requirements.
- Maintain accurate operational records and prepare shipment reports when required.
- Support business development teams with operational and market insights related to the Africa trade lanes.
- Minimum 3–5 years of freight forwarding experience, specifically in land and sea freight operations.
- Proven experience handling Middle East freight forwarding operations.
- Strong experience working with Nigeria and Kenya trade lanes and local market requirements.
- Good understanding of customs procedures, shipping documentation, and international logistics processes.
- Experience coordinating with overseas agents, shipping lines, and transport providers.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Proficiency in MS Office and freight forwarding/logistics management systems.
- Must be currently based in Dubai, UAE.
- Experience in African trade routes beyond Nigeria and Kenya.
- Existing network of freight forwarding partners, agents, and carriers.
- Knowledge of multimodal transportation and project logistics.
- Competitive salary up to AED 10,000 per month, based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to work with a growing logistics and freight forwarding organization.
- Exposure to international trade and key Africa–Middle East logistics corridors.
- Professional growth and career development opportunities.
Please send your CV along with details of your experience in Middle East freight forwarding operations and Nigeria/Kenya trade lanes. You can share CV to
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