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Sea Freight Manager

Sea Freight Manager

MadarSaudi Arabia
2 days ago
Job description

Company Overview

Madar Platform is a leading Saudi digital logistics platform transforming transportation management across industries. It connects shippers, carriers, and logistics partners through a unified ecosystem that delivers visibility, efficiency, and automation. Madar enables seamless shipment execution, financial integration, and real‑time tracking — redefining the future of logistics in the Kingdom and beyond.

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Sea Freight Manager to build and lead our sea freight department. In this foundational role, you will be responsible for establishing the full sea freight function, developing operational structures, setting strategic direction, and creating best‑practice processes. You will manage relationships with shipping lines and key clients while driving efficiency, service quality, and revenue growth. This role requires close collaboration with other internal teams to ensure seamless integration and strong alignment with overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish the full sea freight function, developing operational structures, setting strategic direction, and creating best‑practice processes.
  • Manage relationships with shipping lines and key clients while driving efficiency, service quality, and revenue growth.
  • Ensure seamless integration and strong alignment with overall business objectives by collaborating closely with internal teams.
  • Oversee end‑to‑end import and export operations while ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements.
  • Optimize workflows, monitor KPIs, solve operational issues, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with international shipping documentation, port operations, and TMS systems.

Qualifications

  • 5–10 years of relevant experience in logistics or freight forwarding, with a focus on sea freight operations.
  • Related bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Trade, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in English; Arabic is a plus.
  • Professional certifications such as FIATA, CILT, IATA are a plus.
  • Proven experience in managing import and export procedures, customs regulations, and international shipping documentation.
  • Experience managing or supervising a logistics team.
  • Strong understanding of international trade regulations, Incoterms, and port operations.
  • Proficiency in freight forwarding and transport management systems (TMS).
  • Solid knowledge of shipping line procedures, container tracking, and clearance processes.
  • Skilled in preparing and reviewing shipping documents (B / L, invoices, packing lists, etc).
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to resolve operational issues under pressure.
  • Ability to monitor and interpret performance KPIs and implement improvements.
  • Experience working with cross‑functional teams to streamline logistics processes.
  • Familiarity with cost control and budgeting in freight operations.
  • Effective communication and negotiation skills with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
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