Job Profile:

Logistics Manager (Food Export Startup)

Position: Logistics Manager (or Head of Logistics & Export Operations)
Location:

Spain (with frequent coordination across GCC, Turkey and China)
Employment type:

Full-time, on-site (startup environment)

Role Purpose
Lead the end-to-end export logistics function for a food-export startup based in Spain, selling into GCC, Turkish, Chinese markets. Build the logistics function from zero: design processes, select and manage carriers and forwarders, implement systems, and ensure on-time, compliant, cost-efficient delivery of perishable and ambient food products.

Key Responsibilities
1. Build Logistics & Export Function from Scratch - Design and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for order-to-shipment, warehousing, transport, and documentation. - Define service levels, KPIs, and performance dashboards (on-time delivery, cost per kg/liter, claims rate, documentation accuracy). - Select, negotiate, and onboard freight forwarders, shipping lines, trucking companies,



and customs brokers for Spain → GCC/Turkey/China flows.

2. Export Operations & Shipment Coordination - Plan and coordinate all export shipments (FCL/LCL, reefer containers, air freight for high-value/perishable goods). - Ensure timely booking, container availability, loading plans, and temperature control for cold-chain products. - Track shipments end-to-end and proactively manage delays, reroutes, or quality risks.

3. Documentation & Compliance - Prepare and verify export documents: commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, health/veterinary certificates, halal certificates (if required), and any specific import permits. - Ensure compliance with EU export rules and destination import regulations (labeling, shelf-life, temperature, food-safety standards). - Coordinate with authorities, inspection agencies, and labs for required certifications and tests.

4. Carrier & Partner Management - Build and maintain a carrier database

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