Operations Coordinator – Shipping Documentation (B/L & LC)

About the role

The Operations Coordinator prepares and processes Bills of Lading (B/L), manages shipping documentation and supports daily logistics operations. The role requires experience handling documentation under Letters of Credit (LC) to meet banking and international trade requirements. It is an on-site position in Dubai with a package of 8,000 to 10,000.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and issue Bills of Lading (B/L) based on shipping instructions.
• Verify shipment details such as shipper, consignee, cargo description, quantity and ports.
• Ensure original and copy B/L sets meet customer or bank requirements.
• Coordinate with shipping lines on B/L confirmation, amendments and release.
• Prepare and review commercial invoices, packing lists and certificates, ensuring LC compliance where applicable.
• Maintain documentation records and filing systems.
• Coordinate with shipping lines and airlines on shipment schedules and monitor cargo from booking to delivery.
• Liaise with customers, agents and banks on documentation and shipment status, and give updates on document dispatch.

Required profile

• Solid knowledge of shipping documentation and B/L preparation.
• Experience in freight forwarding, logistics or shipping operations.
• Practical experience with export documentation under Letters of Credit and compliance with banking requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication and coordination skills.
• 3 to 5 years of experience.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Shipping documentation systems