SLB

Logistics Specialist

Dubai, UAEPosted 3 days ago

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Salary
AED 12k–18k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Mid level
Field
Operations & Logistics
Work mode
On site

About the role

- Be the BL's logistics focal point for their logistics movements. - Validate transport requests and required delivery dates for a defined geographic region or lane(s) to achieve on-time delivery. - Prepare equipment load plans per planning standard operating procedures to maximize rental and call-out equipment utilization. - Leverage planning and use rate checker tools to achieve competitive costs by applying preferred contracted rates. - Plan effective shipment/truck routings, leverage consolidation/cargo optimization, and maximize backload opportunities to drive down costs where possible. - Monitor shipment execution, track shipment movements and manage deviations with our logistics suppliers while keep internal stakeholders updated. - Manage weekly fixed schedules and regional milk runs. - Issue work orders before each move with associated cost approvals. - Identify logistics network improvement projects or opportunities. - Ensure full compliance of transports with the international transport regulations. - Monitor cargo moves status and performances and investigates deviations. - Implement proactive and corrective measures combined with appropriate communication when early warning signs of deviation are detected. - Assess carrier performance with respect to on-time delivery and on-time pickup. - Manage international or domestic logistics movements ensuring compliance with Schlumberger policies and processes as well as local regulations including but not limited to finance, personnel, LTC guidelines and QHSE. - Ensure proper storage of electronic documents in the system. - Act as the interface with the Import/Export Teams and assure smooth communication flow between parties. - Participate in the performance analysis meeting. - Monitor and capture logistics milestone data in the business system. - Report any deviation in QUEST and follow up on action plan to ensure continuous improvement on service quality. - Obtain the necessary freight cost approval from the Business line representatives and shortlist offers from Freight Forwarders in the bidding system. Logistics Specialist can report into a Logistics Manager or Logistics Supervisor at GeoUnit or SCC (LCT or DSC) based on the specific location of the role. Min. 5 to 6 years of logistics with keen knowledge & understanding of international shipping, global route map, expertise in Sea, road & Air shipments across MENA region. Handling Hazardous Cargo is a must - needed experience . IMDG certification an added advantage. SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. ]]>

Requirements

Min. 5 to 6 years of logistics with keen knowledge & understanding of international shipping, global route map, expertise in Sea, road & Air shipments across MENA region. Handling Hazardous Cargo is a must - needed experience. IMDG certification an added advantage.

Responsibilities

Be the BL's logistics focal point for their logistics movements. Validate transport requests and required delivery dates for a defined geographic region or lane(s) to achieve on-time delivery. Prepare equipment load plans per planning standard operating procedures to maximize rental and call-out equipment utilization. Leverage planning and use rate checker tools to achieve competitive costs by applying preferred contracted rates. Plan effective shipment/truck routings, leverage consolidation/cargo optimization, and maximize backload opportunities to drive down costs where possible. Monitor shipment execution, track shipment movements and manage deviations with our logistics suppliers while keep internal stakeholders updated. Manage weekly fixed schedules and regional milk runs. Issue work orders before each move with associated cost approvals. Identify logistics network improvement projects or opportunities. Ensure full compliance of transports with the international transport regulations. Monitor cargo moves status and performances and investigates deviations. Implement proactive and corrective measures combined with appropriate communication when early warning signs of deviation are detected. Assess carrier performance with respect to on-time delivery and on-time pickup. Manage international or domestic logistics movements ensuring compliance with Schlumberger policies and processes as well as local regulations including but not limited to finance, personnel, LTC guidelines and QHSE. Ensure proper storage of electronic documents in the system. Act as the interface with the Import/Export Teams and assure smooth communication flow between parties. Participate in the performance analysis meeting. Monitor and capture logistics milestone data in the business system. Report any deviation in QUEST and follow up on action plan to ensure continuous improvement on service quality. Obtain the necessary freight cost approval from the Business line representatives and shortlist offers from Freight Forwarders in the bidding system.

Skills

  • international shipping
  • Sea shipments
  • road shipments
  • Air shipments
  • MENA region logistics
  • Hazardous Cargo handling
  • IMDG certification
  • freight cost approval
  • logistics planning
  • shipment monitoring

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