Logistics Planning & Optimization Experienced Professional

The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Logistics Planning & Optimization Experienced Professional to join our team. This role, you will play a crucial role in implementing and continuously optimizing the Transport, Trade & Logistics (TT&L) operations. You will manage daily operational KPIs and drive continuous improvement of TT&L processes, tools, and services. Your efforts will ensure goods are shipped efficiently while meeting quality, legal, and cost parameters. You Manage the end-to-end G/C transportation planning including the verification and approval of freight unit data (* weight, dimensions, pick-up and delivery address and dates, incoterms), select MOT, check routes, check nominated carriers and lanes, calculate charges, select and assign LSP, create Freight Order with assigned LSP and submit finalized FO document for execution, share shipping schedule with stakeholders, communicate back shipment scenarios (incl. pick-up and delivery dates) and resolve any potential issues.

• Managing import/export customs operations process with customs brokers for general cargo, heavy lift, and parcel orders.
• Creating import/export customs declaration file, verify customs HS classification and correct description, and upload all relevant documents into SAP GTS.
• Sending customs instructions to customs broker, including request for any additional documents required.
• Verifying correctness of customs documents and customs declaration with customs broker if needed submit documentation amendment requests to customs authorities
• Supporting the issue resolution until successfully closing of the customs clearance.
• Managing the IPR and OPR cases with customs broker.
• Supporting regarding preferential origin rules
• Aligning with CTCO, advice on current UCC and EU regulations in international trade
• Contacting the CTCO to apply for export incentives and tax/duty savings licenses, if necessary.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• Diploma in Logistics Management or MBA in Logistics or Operations Management from a recognized institute.
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in logistics and Global Trade.
• Experience supporting Logistics and Customs operations in KSA.
• Full understanding of local and international transportation (air, sea and road), import, export, global trade and customs operations.
• Good relationships with local and global logistics suppliers.
• Knowledge of SAP TM (Transportation Management) and SAP GTS (Global Trade Services) and SAP S/4HANA is preferred.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.