Import Specialist – Retail Logistics

About the role

The Import Specialist for IKEA Oman ensures seamless integration of retail and supply processes at store level. You will manage logistics operations, align supply and demand, and maintain optimal service levels while controlling costs.

Key responsibilities

• Control incoming sea and road containers to IKEA Oman, ensuring compliance with supply setups.
• Manage customs documentation and coordinate with Omani authorities for product approvals and duty rates.
• Track imports and exports, handling article ranges and tariff codes.
• Prioritise clearance and generate stock receipts (GRN) to guarantee store stock availability.
• Provide warehouse capacity forecasts to the GCC logistics manager three months ahead.
• Oversee goods flow from external warehouses to stores, conducting discrepancy and damage checks and filing immediate claims.
• Coordinate import documentation with suppliers and plan external warehouse usage based on capacity.
• Monitor and optimise total supply‑chain costs through partner communication and customer expectation analysis.
• Lead the logistics and goods‑flow team to achieve highest product availability at the lowest possible cost.
• Secure warehouse prerequisites, including space dimensioning and goods allocation, to support efficient range administration.

Required profile

• Proactive management style with strong partnership skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Focus on maintaining high service levels while minimising operational expenses.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a leading retail brand in Oman.
• Dynamic environment with exposure to regional logistics operations.