22 Freight Forwarding jobs in Kuwait City

Location : Kuwait City

JOB PURPOSE:

This role is responsible for developing a personal Book of Business (BOB) within the Branch’s Geographical reach by implementing company commercial strategies and products with the aim of accelerating growth.

He/She will ensure delivery of significant P&L contributions within the Branch by controlling margins within its own BOB.

This position requires strong communication skills and Freight Forwarding operational experience in a fast paced, dynamic Freight-Forwarding Field Sales environment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage Book of Business (BOB) ensuring constant growth in Volume, Revenue and Margin
• Grant constant growth of the BCO composition of the above: Hunting as % of Farming
• Undertake market analysis and competitive research in the local market.
• Liaise with Branch Operations in order to ensure proper SOPs are customized around client needs.
• Assist BOB clients in their day-by-day requests related to export/import quotations/negotiations in order to ensure proper opportunity closing.
• Liaise with internal Network and external Partner Agents in order to guarantee the best possible service assistance to working opportunities.
• Work with the CRM system in order to properly manage personal pipeline and record activity that will be base for Field Sales Incentive Scheme.
• Stay updated about local regulations, industry, new practices and any enhancements.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven track record in sales field, with at least 3 years of recent and relevant sales experience in Freight Forwarding
• Freight Forwarding experience is mandatory.

SKILLS

• Freight Forwarding – Solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry.
• Execution Sales Skills – Ability to research, identify, tackle, grow and close business opportunities ensuring the needed support from product and operations.
• Agile Skills - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines
• Computer Skills - Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Communication – Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors
• Languages - You speak and write fluent English – additional languages are a bonus, but not a must.
• Valid Kuwait Driving License is Mandatory

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A leading and reputed freight forwarding company is looking to hire 1 experienced Sales Executive with a strong background in import sales.

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Job Id :100168306

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A leading and reputed freight forwarding company is looking to hire 1 experienced Sales Executive with a strong background in import sales.

Position: Sales Executive – Import Sales

Location: Dajeej

Experience Required: 2–3 years in freight forwarding (Import Sales)

Industry: Logistics / Freight Forwarding

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in freight forwarding import sales

Strong client relationship and communication skills

Ability to generate new business and meet sales targets

Knowledge of international shipping processes and documentation

What We Offer

Work with a well-established and reputed logistics brand

Supportive work environment with growth opportunities

Send your CV to us on WhatsApp 97989303.

Basic Details

Location : Farwaniya , Kuwait

Qualification

Posted : 8 days ago

Job Type : Full-Time

Company : Kuwait Jobs

Contact Info

Mobile : +965 97989303

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Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Advertising Services

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Location : Kuwait City JOB PURPOSE: This role is responsible for developing a personal Book of Business (BOB) within the Branch’s Geographical reach by implementing company commercial strategies and products with the aim of accelerating growth. He/She will ensure delivery of significant P&L contributions within the Branch by controlling margins within its own BOB. This position requires strong communication skills and Freight Forwarding operational experience in a fast paced, dynamic Freight-Forwarding Field Sales environment. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Manage Book of Business (BOB) ensuring constant growth in Volume, Revenue and Margin Grant constant growth of the BCO composition of the above: Hunting as % of Farming Undertake market analysis and competitive research in the local market. Liaise with Branch Operations in order to ensure proper SOPs are customized around client needs. Assist BOB clients in their day-by-day requests related to export/import quotations/negotiations in order to ensure proper opportunity closing. Liaise with internal Network and external Partner Agents in order to guarantee the best possible service assistance to working opportunities. Work with the CRM system in order to properly manage personal pipeline and record activity that will be base for Field Sales Incentive Scheme. Stay updated about local regulations, industry, new practices and any enhancements. EXPERIENCE Proven track record in sales field, with at least 3 years of recent and relevant sales experience in Freight Forwarding Freight Forwarding experience is mandatory. SKILLS Freight Forwarding – Solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry. Execution Sales Skills – Ability to research, identify, tackle, grow and close business opportunities ensuring the needed support from product and operations. Agile Skills - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines Computer Skills - Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint Communication – Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors Languages - You speak and write fluent English – additional languages are a bonus, but not a must. Valid Kuwait Driving License is Mandatory

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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This role is responsible for developing a personal Book of Business (BOB) within the Branch’s Geographical reach by implementing company commercial strategies and products with the aim of accelerating growth. He/She will ensure delivery of significant P&L contributions within the Branch by controlling margins within its own BOB. This position requires strong communication skills and Freight Forwarding operational experience in a fast paced, dynamic Freight-Forwarding Field Sales environment. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Manage Book of Business (BOB) ensuring constant growth in Volume, Revenue and Margin Grant constant growth of the BCO composition of the above: Hunting as % of Farming Undertake market analysis and competitive research in the local market. Liaise with Branch Operations in order to ensure proper SOPs are customized around client needs. Assist BOB clients in their day-by-day requests related to export/import quotations/negotiations in order to ensure proper opportunity closing. Liaise with internal Network and external Partner Agents in order to guarantee the best possible service assistance to working opportunities. Work with the CRM system in order to properly manage personal pipeline and record activity that will be base for Field Sales Incentive Scheme. Stay updated about local regulations, industry, new practices and any enhancements. EXPERIENCE Proven track record in sales field, with at least 3 years of recent and relevant sales experience in Freight Forwarding Freight Forwarding experience is mandatory. SKILLS Freight Forwarding – Solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry. Execution Sales Skills – Ability to research, identify, tackle, grow and close business opportunities ensuring the needed support from product and operations. Agile Skills - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines Computer Skills - Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint Communication – Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors Languages - You speak and write fluent English – additional languages are a bonus, but not a must. Valid Kuwait Driving License is Mandatory Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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Location : Kuwait City

JOB PURPOSE

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, addressing their concerns, resolving issues, and ensuring their satisfaction.
• Continuously assess customer needs, market trends, and competitors to enhance service offerings and maintain a competitive edge.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage file creation and all services associated with freight forwarding and logistics.
• Assist with account start-up. Liaison with sales to ensure required documentation/information needed for the SOP are provided.
• Monitor/audit files weekly for compliance of estimate input, profit margin setting and timely invoicing.
• Assist clients in their day-by-day requests related to export/import documentation in order to ensure proper execution to the transportation files.
• Provide clients with complete Flight/Sailing details in order to ensure proper flow in information is guaranteed.
• Liaise with Airlines/Ocean lines in order to procure the best possible solutions (capacity and cost) to be utilized upon execution of transportation files.
• Liaise with internal Network and external Partner Agents in order to guarantee the best possible service assistance.
• Act quickly upon possible emergency situations that may arise within the life of an Air/Ocean file.
• Network with Operations colleagues to ensure proper support is given in case of workflow overload.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years of relevant and recent experience in Freight Forwarding Operations and Customer Service.
• Freight Forwarding experience is mandatory.

SKILLS

• Freight Forwarding – Solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry.
• Agile Skills - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines.
• Computer Skills - Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Analytical Skills - Strong analytical skills including ability to analyze numbers and attention to detail.
• Communication – Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors.
• Languages - You speak and write fluent English – additional languages are a bonus, but not a must.

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Location : Kuwait City JOB PURPOSE Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, addressing their concerns, resolving issues, and ensuring their satisfaction. Continuously assess customer needs, market trends, and competitors to enhance service offerings and maintain a competitive edge. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Manage file creation and all services associated with freight forwarding and logistics. Assist with account start-up. Liaison with sales to ensure required documentation/information needed for the SOP are provided. Monitor/audit files weekly for compliance of estimate input, profit margin setting and timely invoicing. Assist clients in their day-by-day requests related to export/import documentation in order to ensure proper execution to the transportation files. Provide clients with complete Flight/Sailing details in order to ensure proper flow in information is guaranteed. Liaise with Airlines/Ocean lines in order to procure the best possible solutions (capacity and cost) to be utilized upon execution of transportation files. Liaise with internal Network and external Partner Agents in order to guarantee the best possible service assistance. Act quickly upon possible emergency situations that may arise within the life of an Air/Ocean file. Network with Operations colleagues to ensure proper support is given in case of workflow overload. EXPERIENCE At least 3 years of relevant and recent experience in Freight Forwarding Operations and Customer Service. Freight Forwarding experience is mandatory. SKILLS Freight Forwarding – Solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry. Agile Skills - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines. Computer Skills - Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint Analytical Skills - Strong analytical skills including ability to analyze numbers and attention to detail. Communication – Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors. Languages - You speak and write fluent English – additional languages are a bonus, but not a must.

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The Supply Chain Manager will oversee the procurement, logistics, and inventory management to ensure the seamless delivery of resources and services that support the school's operations. This includes managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with school policies, and optimizing supply chain processes to achieve cost efficiency and sustainability.

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager (Local Contract)

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Manager will oversee the procurement, logistics, and inventory management to ensure the seamless delivery of resources and services that support the school's operations. This includes managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with school policies, and optimizing supply chain processes to achieve cost efficiency and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement and Vendor Management:
   • Develop and manage the school's procurement processes, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.
   • Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to quality and compliance standards.
2. Inventory and Resource Management:
   • Oversee inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels of educational materials, office supplies, and other resources.
   • Conduct regular audits to track and account for all school assets.
   • Implement and maintain inventory management systems to streamline processes.
3. Logistics and Distribution:
   • Plan and coordinate the distribution of resources to ensure all departments and facilities are adequately supplied.
   • Manage the movement of goods, including customs clearance and compliance with Kuwaiti import/export regulations.
   • Address logistical challenges promptly to minimize disruption to school operations.
4. Budget and Cost Control:
   • Develop and monitor supply chain budgets in line with the school's financial objectives.
   • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies for improved efficiency.
5. Policy and Compliance:
   • Ensure supply chain activities adhere to the school's policies and local regulations.
   • Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices.
6. Collaboration and Reporting:
   • Work closely with academic, administrative, and operations teams to forecast supply needs and align with school priorities.
   • Prepare detailed reports on procurement, inventory, and logistics performance for senior leadership.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CSCP, or equivalent (desirable).

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or logistics, preferably within an educational, international, or service-focused organization.
• Proven track record in vendor management, negotiation, and process optimization.
• Familiarity with Kuwaiti import/export regulations and customs procedures (preferred).

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in supply chain software and inventory management systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to high ethical standards and sustainable practices.
• Culturally aware and adaptable to working in a diverse international environment.

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Job Summary

The SCM Analyst is responsible to improve distribution processes to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall effectiveness. This role involves close collaboration with key stakeholders to assess, refine and develop customer centric and streamlined processes. Also, provide key inputs to drive continuous improvement initiatives through in-depth data analysis and the creation of insightful dashboards. In addition, this position will hold a key role in implementing digitization initiatives across distribution

Job Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth analyses to identify the root causes of inefficiencies within the distribution. This involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting relevant data throughout the functions Generate KPI reports and dashboards to provide insights into the performance of the distribution and identify areas for improvement Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review and optimize existing processes. This may involve streamlining workflows, building new processes, and implementing best practices to improve overall operational efficiency Work closely with the IT team to roll out various digitization initiatives, including enhancements in last-mile delivery and order management systems etc. Track and analyze Net Promoters scores to ensure a delightful customer experience Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging technologies to implement innovative solutions Candidate Requirements

2-3 years of proven experience in a role such as Business Analyst or Supply Chain Analyst Proficient experience in data mining, analysis, and reporting Familiarity with various aspects of supply chain processes. Competent in using MS Office and ERP systems (e.g., SAP). Possesses an analytical mindset coupled with strong business acumen. Proven problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Outstanding organizational ability to manage complex tasks and projects effectively. Lean Six Sigma Black / Green belt certification will be added advantage Education

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Supply Chain Manager (Local Contract)

Company Overview British International for Education consists of

The British School of Kuwait (BSK) ,

The Sunshine Kindergarten (TSK) ,

The British Academy of Sport (BAS)

and

The British Academy of International Arts (BAIA) . The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is recognised widely as Kuwait's premier school. In terms of the quality of educational provision; resourcing; the achievements of its students; the breadth of the curriculum; the extent of its extra-curricular provision; the commitment to continuing professional development and the embedding of technology into the teaching, learning and management of the school, BSK sets standards that very few other schools can match. Above all, it is renowned for the quality of its students and its teachers. All teachers at BSK are adventurous, capable and ambitious and whilst the average length of stay has been increasing, there remain frequent opportunities for colleagues to apply for positions of extra responsibility. Though BSK demands the highest standards of professionalism from its staff it remains an exciting environment in which to build a career in teaching. Job Summary The Supply Chain Manager will oversee the procurement, logistics, and inventory management to ensure the seamless delivery of resources and services that support the school’s operations. This includes managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with school policies, and optimizing supply chain processes to achieve cost efficiency and sustainability. Key Responsibilities:

Procurement and Vendor Management: Develop and manage the school’s procurement processes, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management. Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services. Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to quality and compliance standards.

Inventory and Resource Management: Oversee inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels of educational materials, office supplies, and other resources. Conduct regular audits to track and account for all school assets. Implement and maintain inventory management systems to streamline processes.

Logistics and Distribution: Plan and coordinate the distribution of resources to ensure all departments and facilities are adequately supplied. Manage the movement of goods, including customs clearance and compliance with Kuwaiti import/export regulations. Address logistical challenges promptly to minimize disruption to school operations.

Budget and Cost Control: Develop and monitor supply chain budgets in alignment with the school’s financial objectives. Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies for improved efficiency.

Policy and Compliance: Ensure supply chain activities adhere to the school’s policies and local regulations. Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices.

Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with academic, administrative, and operations teams to forecast supply needs and align with school priorities. Prepare detailed reports on procurement, inventory, and logistics performance for the senior leadership team.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CIPS, CSCP, or equivalent (desirable). Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or logistics, preferably within an educational, international, or service-focused organization. Proven track record in vendor management, negotiation, and process optimization. Familiarity with Kuwaiti import/export regulations and customs procedures (preferred). Skills and Competencies:

Excellent organizational and project management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in supply chain software and inventory management systems. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams. Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Personal Attributes:

Proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Commitment to high ethical standards and sustainable practices. Culturally aware and adaptable to working in a diverse international environment. Application Requirements Your application should include: Curriculum Vitae (CV) Covering Letter Profile Photo Upload (recent photograph) Safeguarding Prospective candidates should submit the details of at least two previous employers as referees which must be their two most recent employers, covering a minimum of four years of employment, or all of their employment if the candidate has less than four years of experience. If a candidate has only one previous employer, two references can be provided from the same employer. For candidates in a school where the line manager is providing a reference, the reference must be countersigned by the Head Teacher or Principal. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal background check and must provide a detailed residential history for the last ten (10) years. The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is committed to safer recruitment practices.

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