Supply Chain and Customs Specialist – Localisation Project
On-siteMuscat, Muscat, Oman
Muscat, Muscat, OmanOn-siteFull TimeBachelors DegreeSmall
Full TimeBachelors DegreeSmall
Job Summary
Oversee end-to-end management of international and local procurement, logistics, warehousing, and customs clearance for project-related equipment and materials. Manage procurement planning aligned with OEM Bills of Materials, lead customs clearance procedures, and liaise with brokers and authorities to obtain regulatory approvals. Coordinate transport schedules, monitor warehouse stock levels, and track risks such as customs delays or lead time disruptions while maintaining accurate cost reports. Support the development of a local sourcing base in GCC countries in accordance with national industrialisation goals.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Trade, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, 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
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with licensed manufacturing or OEM-based sourcing frameworks is highly desirable
- Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage
- 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
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