Logistics Officer

About the role

KAR OG Alan Sasan DMCC is looking for an experienced Logistics Officer to join its Operations and Project Controls Department in Erbil. The post reports to the Operations Manager and is a full-time position working Sunday to Thursday, 8:30 AM to 16:30 PM.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate customs clearance for all company imports and exports through Iraqi entry points, including Ibrahim Khalil, Umm Qasr Port, Erbil and Baghdad airports and other border crossings, liaising with customs authorities, ministries, brokers and freight forwarders.
• Prepare, submit and follow up customs exemption requests and supporting documents through the Ministry of Oil, NOC and other bodies, keeping an accurate register of exemptions, approvals and validity periods.
• Manage temporary imports, re-exports and permanent imports, including customs bonds, guarantees and timely closure of temporary admission files.
• Ensure compliance with Iraqi conformity assessment and quality-control requirements, including legalization of commercial invoices and certificates of origin before shipment.
• Obtain import, transport and storage permits for controlled and restricted items such as explosives, seismic sources, radioactive sources, chemicals, telecom and satellite equipment and drones.
• Prepare shipping documents, bills of lading and customs paperwork; track shipments and resolve delays; support procurement of logistics services and assigned purchases, including supplier sourcing, RFQs and award recommendations.
• Evaluate freight forwarders, customs brokers and transportation contractors; coordinate convoy movements, checkpoint clearances and security escorts; coordinate with warehouse and end users on receipt and handover of goods.
• Apply Incoterms correctly and ensure insurance, FAT, warranty and delivery terms are reflected in contracts; develop and run the full logistics lifecycle for drilling, civil works and construction materials.
• Maintain auditable customs and logistics records, monitor KPIs such as lead times and clearance duration, and track duties, demurrage, detention and storage fees to minimise costs.
• Stay updated on customs, tax and import regulation changes and advise management and contractors; support ad-hoc logistics and procurement needs.