Foreign procurement and logistics coordinator

🏢 EgyptianEuropean
📍 Giza, EgyptFull-timeHybrid
📅 Posted: 5d ago🔄 Updated: 5d ago
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The Foreign Procurement and Logistics Coordinator will be responsible for managing international shipments from booking to arrival and clearance. This includes communicating with international suppliers, shipping lines, and freight forwarders, as well as preparing and reviewing all necessary import/export documentation with a high degree of accuracy. The role involves following up on shipment schedules, resolving operational issues, and ensuring compliance with international trade procedures and Incoterms. Close coordination with Procurement, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Finance departments is expected. The candidate will also negotiate with logistics service providers and maintain accurate shipment records.
Required Skills
Other
Englishbusiness writingIncotermsinternational shipping documentationmeeting deadlinesinternational tradeimport export proceduresbusiness englishforeign tradeshipping linemaritime transport
Soft Skills & Professional Competencies
Follow-UpProblem SolvingNegotiationCommunicationAttention to DetailCalm Under PressureOrganization
Engineering, Construction & Trades
MEP Coordination
Productivity & Workplace Tools
OutlookExcel
Operations, Logistics & Supply Chain
LogisticsProcurementFreight Forwarding
Requirements
Immediate availability is required.Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in Foreign Logistics, International Shipping, Import/Export, or a similar role.Experience with major shipping lines such as Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM is highly preferred.Fluent English is mandatory – excellent written and spoken English.Excellent professional email communication and business writing skills.Strong follow-up, coordination, and problem-solving skills.Excellent negotiation and communication skills.Good understanding of Incoterms and international shipping documentation.Strong hands-on experience dealing with shipping lines and freight forwarders.Very high attention to detail, particularly when reviewing shipping and import/export documents.Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.Willingness to work according to European business hours, which may differ from local working hours.Strong knowledge of International Trade and Import/Export procedures.Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
Description
Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and follow up on international shipments from booking until arrival and clearance.Communicate professionally with international suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.Prepare, review, and follow up on all shipping and import/export documentation with a very high level of accuracy.Review documents such as Bill of Lading (B/L), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, and shipping instructions.Follow up on shipment schedules, ETD, ETA, delays, and operational issues.Coordinate shipping instructions and ensure all required documents are received accurately and on time.Communicate with shipping lines regarding bookings, vessel schedules, amendments, delays, and related issues.Negotiate with shipping lines and logistics service providers when required.Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure proper documentation and filing.Coordinate closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Finance, and other relevant departments.Resolve shipment-related issues efficiently and ensure timely delivery.Ensure compliance with International Trade, Import/Export procedures, and applicable Incoterms.Requirements
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