Full-time Shipping Broker Jobs in Jeddah

Join Vault Logistics as a Feeder Operations Manager
As a key player in our logistics team, you will oversee all feeder network operations, ensuring efficient cargo movement between regional ports and mainline services. Your expertise will focus on optimizing vessel utilization, maintaining schedule reliability, controlling costs, and leading operational teams to ensure seamless logistics execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Feeder Network Strategy & Planning: Develop and manage feeder service networks aligned with mainline schedules. Optimize routing, frequency, and port coverage to maximize efficiency.
• Vessel & Operations Management: Oversee feeder vessel schedules, port calls, and capacity planning, ensuring high vessel utilization and on-time performance.
• Cargo Flow & Capacity Optimization: Manage container allocation between feeder and mainline vessels and ensure smooth transshipment operations.
• Stakeholder & Partner Management: Lead communication with shipping lines, terminals, and feeder operators while negotiating service agreements.
• Financial & Cost Control: Manage feeder operations budget and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight: Ensure compliance with port regulations and customs requirements, overseeing documentation accuracy.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the feeder operations team, setting performance objectives and ensuring accountability.

Skills Required:

• Financial acumen and cost control expertise.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Strong familiarity with operations at Jeddah Islamic Port.
• Understanding of import/export and transshipment procedures in KSA.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Maritime Studies, or related field.
• 5–10 years in shipping, feeder operations, or port logistics, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of container shipping and port operations.

Work Environment: Office-based with regular coordination with ports and shipping partners. Extended hours may be required aligned with vessel schedules.

About the Role

Fastgate Logistics is seeking a dedicated Freight Operation professional to join our team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time, on-site role is crucial for optimizing customs and supply chain management, aligning with our mission to transform global trade. You will be instrumental in ensuring the timely and secure transportation of shipments, contributing to the efficiency and sustainability of our clients' operations. Founded on principles of professionalism, commitment, and credibility, Fastgate Logistics delivers well-structured logistics solutions, partnering with government authorities and utilizing real-time cargo tracking to provide end-to-end services. This role offers an opportunity for an individual with strong organizational and communication skills to grow within a dynamic logistics environment that supports Saudi Vision 2030.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day freight operations to ensure the timely and secure transportation of shipments.
• Coordinate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and government authorities.
• Prepare all necessary logistics documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Track shipments throughout their journey to provide real-time updates.
• Handle and facilitate customs clearance processes.
• Contribute to continuous process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 0-1 years of experience in freight operations or a related logistics role.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.
• Knowledge of customs regulations is a plus.
• A background in logistics or supply chain management is a plus.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical skills to assess data, identify patterns, and solve logistical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills for effective coordination with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Proficiency in sales and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Experience in operations management for handling day-to-day logistics tasks and ensuring process efficiency.
• Project management skills to organize, plan, and execute freight operations within deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role is part of Fastgate Logistics, a company committed to professionalism, commitment, and credibility in delivering logistics solutions.

Join CMA CGM as an Operations Officer!

As a key player in the global transportation and logistics industry, CMA CGM is dedicated to providing exceptional service to our customers through our experienced professionals. We are currently expanding our team in Jeddah and seeking an Operations Officer who is enthusiastic to contribute to our growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate vessel port calls with port authorities, agents, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with statutory formalities, declarations, and regulatory requirements through system follow-ups.
• Manage documentation related to vessel arrivals and departures (customs, immigration, quarantine) using digital platforms like Fasah.
• Liaise with stevedore planning teams to monitor cargo operations for smooth execution.
• Prepare special cargo documentation (Dangerous Goods, Reefer, OOG) in coordination with operations teams.
• Coordinate with ship chandlers to arrange delivery of supplies to vessels.
• Handle crew-related documentation including medical cases and immigration requirements.
• Process approvals for ship spares and equipment through customs systems.
• Monitor reefer container reports and manage maintenance requirements.
• Ensure completion and collection of operational certificates from stakeholders.
• Manage uploads and approvals through Fasah and coordinate with port authorities for port clearance.
• Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports to the Operations Manager.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a relevant field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in the shipping line industry.
• Fluent in English with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in computer, software, and IT applications.