Junior Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator

Takla Trading SAL

In the current turmoil, trade imbalance and supply chain rupture around the world, and more than ever, a good candidate will be a person who will fight those challenges and find ideal ways to manage the logistics and transportation of goods from the source to destination, in a cost effective and efficient method.



Shipping our orders timely, complete, and correct is extremely important for our organization and customers.

Investigates and selects best transportation solution and Logistic Service Provider (LSP) and balances lowest cost and appropriate service/ delivery time.

Obtains, checks, and prepares documentation to meet customs requirements and compliance with own and other countries' regulations (import and export).

Maintains current knowledge of relevant local legislation and other factors that could affect the planned import of goods and custom duties/ other changes in charges.

Responsible for freight audit and input for correct Freight/Duty out cost allocation by Finance Dept.

Keep the team up to date with delivery & goods in information, flagging any discrepancies on POs to the other departments where needed (Management/ Warehousing/ Sales/ Finance).

Responsible for maintaining up to date information for customs entries in Dynamics NAV (training will be provided).

Create process improvement plans, standard operating procedures, instructions, guidelines, checklists when necessary.

6-8 years experience in a similar position in fast paced and highly flexible business-to-business environment.

Working knowledge and understanding of order fulfillment processes, incoterms.

Must be able to work independently, set priorities, and make decisions within defined procedures, but under minimal supervision.

Experience with / knowledge of ERP systems (Dynamics NAV, Oracle, SAP).

Can handle all office 365 applications effectively: emails, tasks, spreadsheets and reminders with high level of computer literacy (vlookups/pivottables/data merge).

Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a helpful, courteous and strong solution-oriented attitude.

Structured and accurate: good at managing time and eye for detail; accuracy, reliable follow up and follow through is critical in conducting import/ export business.

Must be willing to allow changes in scheduled working hours to compensate for workload demands.

Able to cope with stress and eager to learn.