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Logistics Coordinator JAFZA experience
AkzoNobel
Location: Dubai, UAE
Posted In: 20/6/2013 AkzoNobel Surface Chemistry is setting up a warehouse in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) to better serve our customers in the region. The warehouse will be handled by a third party. The Logistics Coordinator will liaise with the Supply Chain team in Sweden. The position is based in Dubai and will report to the Director Specialty Chemicals.Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Coordinating day to day activities with the third-party warehouse operator
- Organizing all required import documents from the US, Singapore and Europe to JAFZA
- Coordinating warehouse status activities (receive, process, follow up and reporting)
- Acting as the link between Surface Chemistry Supply/Demand Chain and the warehouse operator
- Coordinating specific customer requirements (for example specific labelling)
- Ensuring the timely process and coordination with all internal parties
- Preparing pick/delivery notes for dispatches (if needed) / liaise with warehouse staff
- Verifying invoices, debit / credit notes and other relevant information
- Preparing JAFZA documents for each shipment leaving the free zone (where necessary)
- Creating gate passes for AkzoNobel staff in order to enter the free zone
- Complying with internal HSE, Quality policies & procedures and JAFZA custom rules
- Supporting Account Managers with sample supply logistics
- Serving as a communication link between various parties internally and externally
Job Requirements
Experience
Min: 2 Years Max: 5 YearsCareer Level
SeniorJob Type
Full TimeVacancies
2 Open PositionsSalary
NegotiableGender
AnyDegree Level
Bachelor's degreeMajor
LogisticsLanguages
English - Fluent / Excellent Arabic - Fluent / ExcellentDriving License
A local driving license would be required for travel to and from the warehouse in JAFZA.Job Skills
The successful candidate has working knowledge of international logistics processes and 2-5 years work experience in a UAE Free Zone. You are fluent in written and spoken English. Arabic would be a distinct advantage. You are proficient in MS Office (especially Word and Excel), SAP or another ERP system. Essential competences for this position are a customer focused attitude, results oriented, team player, accurate working and strong numerical skills. You have an assertive and outgoing personality, possess good written skills for communicating with customers and are able to deal with a fast paced working environment.About The Company
AkzoNobel is a leading global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals. We supply industries and consumers worldwide with innovative products and are passionate about developing sustainable answers for our customers. Our portfolio includes well-known brands such as Dulux, Sikkens, International and Eka. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we are consistently ranked as one of the leaders in the area of sustainability. With operations in more than 80 countries, our 50,000 people around the world are committed to excellence and delivering Tomorrow’s Answers Today™.Company Industry
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