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ID:  519605
Location: 

Umm Qasr, IQ

Logistics Operations Specialist

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

 

 

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world across five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the Group continuously innovates to offer customers a comprehensive and increasingly efficient range of shipping, land, air, and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping and a pioneer in alternative fuels, the Group aims to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2050. Through the CMA CGM Foundation, it also supports humanitarian efforts worldwide by mobilizing its logistics expertise.

Present in 160 countries with over 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 130,000 people globally, including 2,900 in Marseille, where its headquarters is located.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage stock levels and coordinate with Head Office (HO), DRO, and GBS to ensure operational continuity.
  • Monitor and control storage costs to maintain efficiency.
  • Oversee intermodal logistics operations, including Transport Order (TO) creation and updates in TERRA.
  • Coordinate operations between POL and service providers while managing procurement of logistics services.
  • Work with the M&R Team to handle damage reports and ensure proper uploading in iRecovery (TTL/CTL cases).
  • Prepare and submit quarterly logistics budget roadmaps aligned with HO targets.
  • Liaise with SSC – Equipment Team and terminals on container movements, export activities, auctions, and customs seizure cases.
  • Lead Gain/Agility initiatives to optimize logistics performance.
  • Control empty container releases and manage Release Orders (ROs) via LARA.
  • Own logistics KPIs and dashboards, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
  • Handle IDF reporting, ensuring accuracy, follow-ups, and coordination until clearance.
  • Prepare and submit required operational reports.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in shipping, logistics, or supply chain operations.
  • Strong knowledge of intermodal transport and container logistics.
  • Proficiency in logistics systems and tools (e.g., TERRA, LARA, iRecovery, ERP systems).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong coordination and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good understanding of cost control and budgeting principles.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
  • Strong communication skills in English (Beside Arabic LAnguage).
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in reporting.

 

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