Supply Chain & Sourcing Specialist export & import

Posted last month

Worldwide

Needs to hire 2 Freelancers
Summary

We are a, solo-operated export startup in Egypt shipping to the USA, Europe, the Gulf (GCC), and Asia. We export Fresh Citrus (Oranges, Mandarins, Lemons), Dates, Onions, Garlic, Dry Herbs & Seeds, and Wood Charcoal and other products . We need a proactive experienced specialist to take full ownership of daily supply chain operations and sourcing support. Scope of Work • Sourcing & Procurement: Research export-ready Egyptian suppliers and packhouses. Handle RFQs, manage vendor follow-ups, negotiate costs/terms, and help identify potential B2B buyers in target markets. • Logistics & Operations: Monitor reefer and dry container shipments from departure to destination ports. • Compliance: Review and verify all export/import documents (BL, Invoice, Packing List, Phytosanitary, Certificate of Origin) to ensure no errors and smooth customs clearance. • Liaison & Data: Coordinate with shipping lines, forwarders, and brokers to resolve delays. Reconcile invoices, track landed costs, and manage metrics in Excel. Requirements • 3+ years in international logistics, global sourcing, or supply chain management. • Familiarity with import and customs protocols. • Experience with temperature-controlled reefers or dry agricultural commodities is a plus. • Advanced Excel skills for cost tracking and operational reporting. Application Questions 1. Describe your experience with export/import compliance for the US, Europe, the Gulf, or Asia. 2. How do you handle a critical transit delay or a forwarder invoice discrepancy?

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 6+ months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • $30.00

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    $70.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Complex project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Sourcing
Internet Survey
Nice-to-have skills
Market Research
Lead Generation
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:10 to 15
  • Last viewed by client:last month
  • Interviewing:
    3
  • Invites sent:
    10
  • Unanswered invites:
    5
About the client
Member since Sep 23, 2023
  • EGY
    Minya12:33 AM
  • $78 total spent
    1 hire, 1 active
  • 18 hours
  • Sales & Marketing
    Large company (100-1,000 people)

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