Job Summary
The Logistics Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing all logistics, transportation, import/export, warehousing, and customs activities related to armored vehicles, defense equipment, and government contracts. The role ensures the timely and compliant delivery of products to Ministries of Defense (MOD), military organizations, government agencies, and international customers while adhering to UAE and international defense trade regulations.
Lead end-to-end logistics operations for armored vehicles, defense systems, spare parts, and military equipment.
Manage domestic and international transportation through air, sea, and land freight.
Coordinate all import/export documentation, customs clearance, and shipping compliance.
Ensure full compliance with UAE export control regulations, defense licensing requirements, and international trade laws.
Liaise with Ministries of Defense (MOD), Armed Forces, Customs Authorities, Ports, and government agencies.
Coordinate with production, procurement, quality, engineering, and project teams to ensure on-time project deliveries.
Manage relationships with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and logistics service providers.
Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve logistics delays or customs issues.
Develop logistics strategies to optimize costs while maintaining service levels.
Oversee warehouse operations, inventory movement, and material handling.
Ensure secure transportation of military and controlled products.
Maintain logistics KPIs, shipment reports, freight cost analysis, and delivery performance metrics.
Support international exhibitions, military demonstrations, and overseas vehicle deployments.
Lead and develop the logistics team while ensuring compliance with company HSE and quality standards.
Desired Candidate Profile
8–12 years of logistics and supply chain experience.
Minimum 5 years in the defense, military, armored vehicle, aerospace, or heavy manufacturing industry.
Proven experience managing logistics for MOD, military, or government contracts.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar.
Key Skills
Defense logistics and military supply chain management
Import & export compliance
Customs clearance and trade documentation
Project logistics management
International freight management
Inventory and warehouse management
Vendor and freight forwarder management
Contract and government coordination
Risk management
Budgeting and cost optimization
Leadership and team management
Strong negotiation and communication skills