Supply Chain and Customs Specialist – Localisation Project

To oversee the end-to-end management of

international and local procurement, logistics, warehousing, and customs

clearance for all project-related equipment and materials. The specialist

ensures compliance with GCC customs laws, timely delivery of goods, and

coordination with both OEMs and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilites-

• Manage procurement planning in

alignment with OEM-provided Bills of Materials (BOM) and consumables lists.

• Lead customs clearance

procedures for imported production equipment, components, and materials.

• Liaise with customs brokers,

free zone authorities, and ministries to ensure all regulatory approvals are

obtained.

• Ensure proper documentation

(invoices, certificates of origin, HS code declarations, etc.) is prepared for

import/export processes.

• Plan and coordinate transport

and delivery schedules with suppliers and logistics providers.

• Monitor warehouse

availability, stock levels, and reordering in line with production targets.

• Coordinate OEM approvals for

BOM supplier changes and support local supplier evaluation with internal

technical and quality teams.

• Track risks such as customs

delays, regulatory changes, supplier capacity, or lead time disruptions.

• Maintain accurate records of

supplier agreements, shipment tracking, customs documentation, and associated

cost reports.

• Support the development of a

local sourcing base in GCC countries in accordance with OEM standards and

national industrialisation goals.

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply

Chain Management, Logistics, International Trade, Engineering, or a related

field

• Minimum 5 years of relevantexperience, including customs management and international logistics,preferably in industrial or energy-related projects.
• Good experience in customs as a must.
• Demonstrated experience

working in GCC countries with knowledge of Gulf Customs Union regulations,

local HS code applications, and free zone procedures

• Experience working with

licensed manufacturing or OEM-based sourcing frameworks is highly desirable

• Fluency in English; Arabic

language skills are an advantage

DesirableSkills

• Familiarity with GCC Port and

Customs systems Bayan and GCC single window systems.

• Knowledge of Incoterms,

shipping documentation, and international freight practices

• Proficiency in ERP and

logistics systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics

• Strong coordination and

negotiation skills with international vendors and freight forwarders

• Detail orientation in

documentation, regulatory filings, and compliance reporting

• Experience with local supplier

development and industrial localisation programs is a plus