Logistics Specialist – Defense & Manufacturing

About the role

The Logistics Specialist will manage end‑to‑end inbound and outbound shipments for Pulse Nova, a defense‑focused manufacturing entity of EDGE Group in Abu Dhabi. You will ensure seamless movement of materials and finished goods while maintaining strict compliance with defence‑related regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, working with carriers, freight forwarders, warehouses and internal teams to meet production priorities.
• Prepare, validate and control all customs and shipping documentation, ensuring full regulatory compliance for controlled and serialized items.
• Align deliveries with warehouse capacity and production sequencing, handling finished‑goods distribution and internal transfers.
• Monitor logistics KPIs (OTD/OTIF, transit time, cost, incidents) and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• 5+ years of logistics experience in manufacturing or industrial settings with international shipment exposure.
• Hands‑on experience coordinating freight forwarders, carriers and customs processes in regulated or defence environments.
• Working knowledge of Incoterms and export/import compliance fundamentals.
• Familiarity with controlled items or Dangerous Goods handling is a strong plus.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems and a disciplined approach to data accuracy.
• UAE logistics operations experience preferred; defence‑sector background advantageous.

Required skills

• Incoterms
• Export/import compliance
• ERP/WMS
• Customs documentation
• Dangerous Goods handling

What we offer

• Work within the UAE’s national defence technology champion.
• Exposure to high‑security, compliance‑intensive supply chains.
• Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.