Shipping Officer

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Responsibilities:

• 5 years of directly managing imports from EU to UAE, exports to MENA from UAE
• Well versed with local regulations for imports into UAE
• Executed customs clearance for imports, aware of Dubai free zone regulations
• Able to liaise with forwarders and evaluate freight costs, manage international freight across all modes of transport
• Eye for detail, good understanding of processes
• Good excel skills, knowledge of MS Office

Functional / Technical Competencies:

Solid background in data-driven analysis, KPI management, and logistics cost modelling. Strong Understanding of MS Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint