Documentation Executive Metssa FZCO

* GCC Experience Required*

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Documentation Executive to manage export and import documentation processes for our international trade operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years experience handling end-to-end trade documentation, with strong exposure to sea shipments both containerized and breakbulk. This role requires expertise in trade compliance, logistics coordination, and banking documentation, with exposure to India and African markets being an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage export and import documentation for sea shipments with occasional air

freight involvement.

• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and shipping line

procedures.

• Liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and port authorities in India, Africa, and other

international destinations.

• Understand documentation related to trade payment terms such as Letters of Credit (LC) and

Telegraphic Transfer (TT).

• Handle full documentation cycle: commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, bills of

lading, and insurance certificates.

• Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve documentation or clearance issues.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of shipping incoterms, payment terms, and regional trade

requirements.

• Coordinate closely with sales, procurement, and finance teams to align documentation with

business operations.

• Support audits, compliance checks, and reporting as required.