Export Specialist

Want to help us bring happiness to the world Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands infrastructure and people Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands we dont compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

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MustHave Experience :

• 35 years of experience in Export Operations Logistics or International Trade.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi export regulations SFDA processes COO/HC legalization and customs procedures.
• Experience handling land and sea exports including GCC crossborder shipments.
• Handson experience with export documentation insurance declarations and government portals.
• Familiarity with Smartsheet ERP systems (SAP preferred) and export tracking tools.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in:
  • Proforma Invoice preparation and Export Shipping documents
  • Export Insurance Declaration
  • Export trackers & Smartsheet
  • Freight forwarder invoice verification
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP Pivot Tables data accuracy).

Soft Skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Strong communication with internal teams freight forwarders and government authorities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
• Problemsolving mindset and ownership of endtoend export processes.
• Customercentric approach with proactive followup.

Education

• Bachelors degree in Logistics Supply Chain Business Administration or International Trade.

Job Description (KSA)

Role Purpose

The Export Specialist is responsible for managing endtoend export operations ensuring full compliance with Saudi and international regulations accurate documentation timely shipment execution and smooth coordination with internal teams freight forwarders and government authorities. The role supports both land and sea exports including reexport activities and ensures accurate reporting and insurance compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Export Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare and issue Proforma Invoices for export orders.
• Manage Export Insurance Declarations and ensure all shipments are covered as per company policy.
• Handle SFDA notifications Health Certificates and all required regulatory documents.
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi Customs SFDA Chamber of Commerce and countryspecific export requirements.

2. Shipment Execution (Land & Sea)

• Prepare loading plans and coordinate with warehouse transporters and freight forwarders.
• Arrange bookings for land and sea shipments and ensure timely dispatch.
• Follow up on container movements transit updates and delivery confirmations.
• Coordinate with transporters for crossborder and GCC reexport shipments.

3. Export Legalization & Government Processing

• Manage Export Invoice Legalization Certificate of Origin (COO) and Health Certificate (HC) issuance.
• Coordinate with Chamber of Commerce Ministry of Commerce and other authorities for document stamping and approvals.

4. Claims & Issue Resolution

• Handle export claims including shortages damages insurance claims and documentation discrepancies.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders insurance providers and internal teams to close claims efficiently.

5. Reporting & Systems

• Update and maintain the Export Tracker with shipment status documentation and delivery timelines.
• Process and verify supplier/transporter invoices (freight forwarders express couriers land transporters).
• Maintain and update Smartsheet for export operations ensuring accuracy and visibility.
• Support monthly reporting for export KPIs cost tracking and performance dashboards.

6. CrossFunctional Coordination

• Work closely with Sales Operations Warehouse Finance and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth export flow.
• Support customers and distributors with shipment visibility documentation and regulatory requirements.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin marital status veteran status disability age religion or any other classification protected by law.

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