Logistics Planning Assistant / Specialist

📣 We're Hiring: Logistics Planning Assistant / Specialist📍 Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE) 🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time 💼 Level: Assistant / Specialist🌐 About UsWe are seeking an analytical, organized, and execution-focused Logistics Planning Assistant / Specialist to support the planning and coordination of the movement of goods across our supply chain.The role works closely with Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Stock Control, Procurement Planning, Procurement, Purchasing, Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Vendor Management, Warehousing, Distribution, Transportation, Order Fulfillment, Merchandise Planning, Assortment Planning, Merchandising, Category Management, Finance, Store Management, Retail Operations, and E-commerce.The successful candidate will help ensure that products move efficiently, on time, cost-effectively, and in line with inventory, customer, and business requirements.🎯 The RoleThe Logistics Planning Assistant / Specialist supports end-to-end logistics planning, including inbound logistics, outbound distribution, transportation planning, shipment scheduling, warehouse coordination, route planning, delivery planning, capacity planning, logistics cost analysis, and exception management.At Assistant level, the role focuses on shipment coordination, logistics schedules, tracking, documentation, reporting, and operational support.At Specialist level, responsibilities expand into transportation optimization, network planning, carrier management, logistics capacity planning, route optimization, cost analysis, service-level management, scenario planning, and continuous improvement.🚀 What You'll DoLogistics PlanningPrepare and maintain logistics plansCoordinate inbound and outbound shipmentsMonitor transportation schedulesTrack shipments and deliveriesCoordinate warehouse and transportation activitiesIdentify logistics constraintsEscalate delivery risksMaintain logistics planning calendarsSupport logistics planning across:SuppliersPortsWarehousesDistribution centersStoresE-commerce fulfillment locationsCustomers📦 End-to-End Logistics FlowCoordinate logistics activities across:Supplier → Pickup → Origin → Port/Airport → Customs → UAE Entry → Distribution Center → Warehouse → Store / CustomerMonitor the movement of goods and identify delays or bottlenecks.🚢 Inbound Logistics PlanningCoordinate inbound shipments from:Local suppliersInternational suppliersManufacturersDistributorsMonitor:Supplier readinessPickup datesShipment datesEstimated arrivalPort arrivalCustoms clearanceWarehouse receiving🌍 International LogisticsSupport international shipments involving:Sea freightAir freightRoad freightMultimodal transportationMonitor:IncotermsTransit timeFreight schedulesContainer availabilityShipping documentationCustoms requirementsPort congestionDelivery appointments🇦🇪 UAE Import LogisticsSupport logistics flows through UAE gateways such as:Jebel AliDubai International AirportAbu DhabiOther relevant UAE ports and airportsCoordinate with freight forwarders, customs agents, carriers, suppliers, and warehouse teams.🚚 Transportation PlanningSupport planning for:TruckingLine-haulLast-mile deliveryIntercity distributionStore deliveryCustomer deliveryE-commerce deliveryConsider:Vehicle capacityDelivery windowsRouteDistanceShipment volumeDelivery priorityCost🗺️ Route PlanningAt Specialist level, support route optimization based on:Delivery locationsShipment volumeVehicle capacityDelivery windowsDistanceTrafficDriver availabilityFuel costService requirementsIdentify opportunities to reduce:Empty milesPartial loadsUnnecessary tripsDelivery delaysTransportation costs📦 Load PlanningSupport load consolidation and vehicle utilization.Consider:WeightVolumePallet countCarton countProduct characteristicsVehicle capacityDelivery sequenceVehicle UtilizationMonitor:Actual Load ÷ Available Vehicle CapacityIdentify underutilized vehicles and opportunities for consolidation.🏭 Warehouse & Distribution CoordinationWork closely with Warehouse and Distribution teams to coordinate:Receiving schedulesDispatch schedulesDock appointmentsPicking readinessLoadingShipment releaseDelivery schedulesEnsure logistics capacity aligns with warehouse operations.📍 Distribution PlanningCoordinate product movement between:Central warehousesRegional distribution centersStoresFulfillment centersSupport efficient distribution while maintaining inventory availability.🏪 Store Delivery PlanningWhere applicable, plan deliveries to retail stores based on:Store demandInventory requirementsDelivery windowsStore capacityVehicle capacityRoute efficiencyCoordinate with Store Management and Retail Operations.🌐 E-Commerce LogisticsSupport logistics planning for:E-commerce fulfillmentClick-and-collectHome deliverySame-day deliveryNext-day deliveryMarketplace ordersCoordinate with Order Fulfillment and E-commerce teams to meet customer delivery commitments.📦 Order Fulfillment CoordinationWork with Order Fulfillment to align:Order volumesPickingPackingDispatchCarrier capacityDelivery schedulesIdentify fulfillment constraints that may affect logistics execution.🌙 UAE / GCC Seasonal Logistics PlanningPrepare logistics capacity for:RamadanEid Al-FitrEid Al-AdhaBack-to-schoolSummerWinterHoliday periodsMajor promotional campaignsConsider changes in:DemandTrafficDelivery windowsWarehouse workloadTransportation capacityImport volumes📊 Key Performance AreasPerformance may be measured against:On-time deliveryOn-time pickupDelivery reliabilityTransit-time adherenceLogistics lead timeFreight costCost per shipmentCost per unitVehicle utilizationLoad utilizationShipment consolidationCarrier performanceDelivery accuracyShipment accuracyDamage rateDelivery failure rateLogistics exception-resolution timeCustoms-clearance performanceInventory-in-transit accuracySeasonal readinessPromotional readinessLogistics capacity utilizationCustomer service levelProcess-efficiency improvements🇦🇪 UAE / GCC EnvironmentThe successful candidate should understand the UAE/GCC logistics environment, including regional transportation networks, international freight, ports and airports, customs processes, cross-border movement, last-mile delivery, multi-location distribution, and seasonal logistics requirements.Experience coordinating logistics across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Jebel Ali, and other UAE/GCC locations is highly desirable.Knowledge of sea freight, air freight, road transportation, freight forwarding, customs, and regional distribution is particularly valuable.💼 Preferred Industry ExperienceExperience in one or more of the following is advantageous:RetailFMCGGroceryFood & BeverageConsumer GoodsFashionBeautyLuxuryElectronicsHealthcarePharmaceuticalsHome & LivingGeneral MerchandiseHospitalityE-commerceWholesaleDistributionWarehousingManufacturingFreight & Logistics✅ What We're Looking ForDiploma or bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Operations, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field1–5+ years of relevant experience in logistics planning, transportation planning, distribution, supply chain, freight forwarding, warehouse operations, or related functionsStrong analytical and numerical skillsStrong Excel capabilityGood understanding of logistics and transportation principlesStrong attention to detailAbility to coordinate multiple shipments and deadlinesStrong problem-solving skillsGood communication and stakeholder-management skillsAbility to work under time pressureUAE/GCC logistics experience is highly desirable🌟 Preferred QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant disciplineAPICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent qualificationCILT, FIATA, or relevant logistics qualificationTransportation/logistics certificationAdvanced Excel certificationTMS/WMS/ERP experienceSAP TM/EWM experiencePower BI experienceSQL experienceRoute-optimization experienceFreight-cost analysis experienceInternational logistics experienceCustoms/import-logistics experienceE-commerce logistics experienceMulti-location distribution experienceExperience in a large or multinational organizationFluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage🌟 What We OfferFull-time position based in the United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪Competitive salaryPerformance incentives where applicableProfessional development in logistics, transportation, supply chain, and analyticsExposure to Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Stock Control, Procurement Planning, Procurement, Purchasing, Supplier Management, Vendor Management, Warehousing, Distribution, Order Fulfillment, Transportation, Merchandise Planning, Retail Operations, Finance, and E-commerceOpportunities to work with modern TMS, WMS, ERP, route-optimization, and analytics platformsCareer progression toward Senior Logistics Planning Specialist, Logistics Planner, Transportation Planner, Logistics Manager, Transportation Manager, Distribution Manager, or Supply Chain Planning ManagerMulticultural working environmentComprehensive benefits package