231 Freight Forwarding jobs in Dubai

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our client—a prominent freight forwarding and logistics company in Dubai. This role is crucial in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and supporting business decisions through insightful financial reporting. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and have a strong foundation in accounting principles, we want to hear from you.

Financial Mastery: Prepare P&L statements, balance sheets & cash flow reports
Freight Expertise: Handle specialized ocean & air freight accounting
Global Operations: Manage multi-currency transactions & FX accounting
Compliance Champion: Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Cost Analysis: Monitor vessel costs, handling charges & operational expenses
Customer Relations: Manage accounts receivable & credit terms

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA) preferred
3-5 years accounting experience in UAE
Logistics/freight forwarding background is a PLUS
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
ERP systems experience (SAP, QuickBooks)
IFRS & local GAAP knowledge

At Prime Strategy Consultants, we are a leading advisory and consulting firm based in Dubai, UAE, specializing in business solutions across various sectors, including freight forwarding, logistics, finance, and compliance. With a commitment to excellence, we empower organizations to optimize operations and achieve sustainable growth. Our mission is to provide strategic insights that drive value, integrity, and performance in everything we do. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking firm redefining advisory excellence in the Middle East.

The Freight Forwarding Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end freight forwarding operations, including coordinating shipments, optimizing routes, managing customs processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in freight forwarding and logistics operations in the GCC region, with a deep understanding of local customs regulations, transportation, and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the freight forwarding team, ensuring smooth handling of shipments from origin to destination.
• Coordinate the movement of air, sea, and land freight, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to customer expectations.
• Optimize transportation routes, freight consolidation, and scheduling to reduce costs and improve service efficiency.
• Ensure proper documentation for each shipment, including customs paperwork, bills of lading, and import/export licenses.
• Act as the primary contact for clients and vendors regarding shipment inquiries, delivery schedules, and operational issues.
• Ensure full compliance with GCC import/export regulations and customs laws for all shipments.
• Coordinate with customs authorities to ensure the timely clearance of goods, minimizing delays.
• Stay updated on customs regulations, tariffs, and trade laws specific to the GCC region to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage and supervise a team of freight forwarding staff, ensuring proper training and performance management.
• Work closely with other departments (sales, procurement, warehouse, and customer service) to ensure seamless coordination of freight activities.
• Set KPIs for the team and ensure performance targets are met.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the freight forwarding department.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and service providers.
• Provide high-level support to clients, addressing any operational issues, claims, or service concerns promptly.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and make recommendations for improvements in service delivery.
• Monitor and control the freight forwarding budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining high service levels.
• Negotiate competitive rates with shipping lines, airlines, and transport companies to optimize operational costs.
• Review freight invoicing, payments, and cost management processes to ensure accuracy and profitability.
• Identify potential risks and disruptions in the supply chain and develop contingency plans.
• Resolve operational challenges such as delays, damages, and lost shipments, ensuring a minimal impact on customers.
• Ensure all safety and security standards are adhered to during the transportation of goods.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in freight forwarding and logistics operations within the GCC region.
• Deep knowledge of customs regulations, shipping documentation, and freight management within the GCC and internationally.
• Strong understanding of air, sea, and land freight forwarding processes and best practices.
• Proven experience in team leadership, client management, and budget control.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in logistics software, MS Office, and ERP systems.

Join to apply for the Freight Forwarding Operations Manager role at Greenfix Property Care.

We’re searching for a detail-oriented and results-driven operations manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, streamline processes, and ensure everything runs smoothly. If you’re a natural problem-solver who loves logistics and empowering teams, we want to hear from you.

Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize workflows to improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee inventory, supply chain, and resource allocation.
• Manage cross-departmental collaboration for seamless project execution.
• Monitor performance metrics, prepare reports, and identify improvements.
• Lead and mentor teams, fostering accountability and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.
• Communicate with stakeholders to align strategies with business goals.
• Stay updated on industry trends and integrate innovative practices.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in freight forwarding or customs brokerage.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to identify opportunities.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Proactive attitude with a 'hunter' mindset.
• Effective communication and networking skills.

What We Offer:

• Career development opportunities.
• 25 days holiday plus a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare.
• Generous bonus scheme.

Next Steps: Please apply by submitting your CV through the provided links. We review applications promptly, so apply early. We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Candidates will undergo right-to-work checks, references, and criminal background checks.

Job Details:

• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in freight forwarding or customs brokerage
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Industries: Household Services

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced financial specialist to manage our company's financial records, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide insightful financial reporting.

Financial Expertise: Prepare financial statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports
Freight Accounting: Handle specialized ocean and air freight accounting
Currency Management: Manage multi-currency transactions and FX accounting
Tax Compliance: Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Cost Control: Monitor vessel costs, handling charges, and operational expenses
Customer Service: Manage accounts receivable and credit terms

A bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
Professional certification (CPA, ACCA) preferred
3-5 years experience in financial management in the UAE
Logistics/freight forwarding background is an asset
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
ERP systems experience (SAP, QuickBooks)
IFRS and local GAAP knowledge

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our client—a prominent freight forwarding and logistics company in Dubai. This role is crucial in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and supporting business decisions through insightful financial reporting. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and have a strong foundation in accounting principles, we want to hear from you.

Financial Mastery: Prepare P&L statements, balance sheets & cash flow reports
Freight Expertise: Handle specialized ocean & air freight accounting
Global Operations: Manage multi-currency transactions & FX accounting
Compliance Champion: Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Cost Analysis: Monitor vessel costs, handling charges & operational expenses
Customer Relations: Manage accounts receivable & credit terms

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA) preferred
3-5 years accounting experience in UAE
Logistics/freight forwarding background is a PLUS!
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
ERP systems experience (SAP, QuickBooks)
IFRS & local GAAP knowledge

At Prime Strategy Consultants, we are a leading advisory and consulting firm based in Dubai, UAE, specializing in business solutions across various sectors, including freight forwarding, logistics, finance, and compliance. With a commitment to excellence, we empower organizations to optimize operations and achieve sustainable growth. Our mission is to provide strategic insights that drive value, integrity, and performance in everything we do. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking firm redefining advisory excellence in the Middle East.

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• Able to achieve a monthly sales target of 1.5 times.
• Have an existing clientele and a target sales pipeline for future growth.

Qualifications:

• Prior industry experience in outdoor sales in Dubai (Freight Forwarding) is essential.
• UAE Driving License is required.
• This position is only for candidates based in UAE.
• Unexperienced or candidates from outside the industry will not be shortlisted.

Remuneration:

• Market Salary + Commission (25%).
• Up to 2.5 times the salary in annual bonuses.
• Perks and other benefits.
• Salary range: AED 5,000 to AED 9,000 depending on business volume.

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Next Hire Management Consultancies are hiring Experiences BDM's for their International Client in Freight Forwarding for UAE.

This Job is only for Business Development Managers with Experience in Freight Forwarding industry only.

Job Description:

The Job role is to gain and develop business from new customers in order to exceed predefined targets set by the Management.

The individual is directly responsible for volume/revenue/GP growth across all products in Sea/Air/Land freight.

Main responsibilities:

• Develop import, export & cross-trade business across all products, by onboarding new

customers.

• Exceed targets as predefined by head of sales by contributing and achieving

annual Budget.

• Maintain a robust pipeline with full growth potential of all target & prospect accounts, considering focus vertical markets set by the company.

• Ensure all opportunities are fully up-to-date in pricing/opportunity in the CRM on daily bases.

• Provide continuous feedback on rates and market conditions to pricing team.

• Maintain CRM inputs for all client activities, updates to be done at least once a week.

• Ensure 100% data quality throughout in CRM.

• Assist in setting up agendas for visitors by setting up relevant & appropriate customer

meetings.

• Actively participate in initiatives, special focuses & projects as assigned by head of sales.

• Achieve GP minimum 3-4 times of your target salary.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in business development in the freight forwarding industry.
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in freight forwarding Sales (Air and Sea).
• Must have existing customer base from the respective market.
• An understanding of logistics operations and Freight industry, products & services.

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our client—a prominent freight forwarding and logistics company in Dubai. This role is crucial in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and supporting business decisions through insightful financial reporting. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and have a strong foundation in accounting principles, we want to hear from you.

Financial Mastery: Prepare P&L statements, balance sheets & cash flow reports
Freight Expertise: Handle specialized ocean & air freight accounting
Global Operations: Manage multi-currency transactions & FX accounting
Compliance Champion: Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Cost Analysis: Monitor vessel costs, handling charges & operational expenses
Customer Relations: Manage accounts receivable & credit terms

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA) preferred
3-5 years accounting experience in UAE
Logistics/freight forwarding background is a PLUS!
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
ERP systems experience (SAP, QuickBooks)
IFRS & local GAAP knowledge

At Prime Strategy Consultants, we are a leading advisory and consulting firm based in Dubai, UAE, specializing in business solutions across various sectors, including freight forwarding, logistics, finance, and compliance. With a commitment to excellence, we empower organizations to optimize operations and achieve sustainable growth. Our mission is to provide strategic insights that drive value, integrity, and performance in everything we do. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking firm redefining advisory excellence in the Middle East.

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strong relationships with existing customers, and driving sales growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively promote and sell the company's services to new customers, targeting SMEs and large businesses across the region of operation.
• Continuously secure new business opportunities to meet and exceed monthly/annual revenue and gross profit targets.
• Generate leads, pursue potential clients, and register opportunities in the CRM system.
• Ensure customer data and sales visits are accurately recorded in the ERP-based CRM.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in the freight forwarding or logistics industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating revenue.
• Strong understanding of the market and its business dynamics.
• Experience in trade lane development and working within a global network.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing company.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Others:

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level.
• Employment Type: Full-time.
• Job Function: Business Development, Sales, and General Business.
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Freight and Package Transportation.