Logistics Specialist - MEA

About the role

Nouryon is looking for a Logistics Specialist for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. The role ensures that import and export operations are executed efficiently, in compliance with regulations and at good cost, and supports business continuity by managing transportation, customs clearance, trade compliance, supplier performance and operational excellence. It is a permanent full-time position with occasional travel.

Key responsibilities

• Manage import and export operations across the MEA region, including shipment execution, customs clearance, delivery coordination and order fulfilment.
• Coordinate with business units, customer service, supply chain, procurement and logistics service providers to keep product flow uninterrupted.
• Monitor shipments proactively, identify delays or risks and take corrective action to achieve on-time and in-full deliveries.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, transportation providers and other logistics partners.
• Plan shipments, book and track transport, and report on performance and costs.
• Support continuous improvement of import/export processes and ensure adherence to trade compliance, customs requirements and company policies.
• Analyse logistics performance, transportation costs, supplier performance and KPIs, and report findings to stakeholders.
• Track freight and customs-related spending, identify savings and improve cost transparency.
• Maintain logistics master data, enter transactions in ERP systems such as SAP, and support business continuity for the safe handling and transport of chemical products.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Chemistry, Engineering or a related field; MBA or postgraduate diploma in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in logistics, transportation, import/export or supply chain management.
• Experience in chemical, specialty chemicals, manufacturing or industrial environments preferred.
• Professional proficiency in English; regional languages are an advantage.
• Experience in an international, multicultural environment.

Required skills

• Knowledge of international logistics, freight forwarding, customs regulations and trade compliance.
• Understanding of air, ocean and road freight, and of chemical logistics and dangerous goods.
• Experience with freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehouses and logistics service providers.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.

What we offer

• A competitive salary plus additional benefits.
• Learning and development opportunities and challenging assignments.