International Trade Specialist

CV TO International Trade Specialist (Import & Export – FMCG)

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time (On-Site)

The International Trade Specialist will be responsible for managing the company's international trading activities, including sourcing, import and export operations, supplier management, logistics coordination, and compliance with international trade regulations.

The successful candidate will work closely with procurement, finance, logistics, and sales teams to ensure efficient product movement, competitive sourcing, and compliance with all customs and regulatory requirements.

• Manage end-to-end import and export operations.
• Coordinate international shipments with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers.
• Ensure compliance with UAE and international trade regulations, customs procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Prepare and review all shipping documentation, including:
• Commercial Invoices
• Packing Lists
• Certificates of Origin
• Bills of Lading
• Letters of Credit
• Customs declarations
• Source and negotiate with international manufacturers and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with overseas vendors and business partners.
• Analyze international markets to identify sourcing opportunities and competitive pricing.
• Support product sourcing strategies for supermarket and wholesale operations.
• Monitor shipping schedules, inventory availability, and supplier performance.
• Work closely with procurement, finance, warehouse, and logistics departments to ensure timely product availability.
• Resolve trade, shipping, customs, and documentation issues efficiently.
• Prepare trade reports, cost analyses, and performance KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to expand into new international markets and product categories.
• Support strategic purchasing and international business development initiatives.