Job Summary The Logistics Manager is responsible for ensuring the availability of the required materials for the plant, in the right quality and quantity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Take ownership of shipping & transportation and logistics arrangements for all procurement activities
Management of third-party logistics service providers
Possess good knowledge of the INCOTERMS and explore the most suitable for every transaction
Good understanding of industry limitations and regulations
Develop new strategies to streamline processes and reduce costs
Execute logistics plan for inbound and outbound spares for delivery to the destination as scheduled
Assess and recommend ideal shipping methods, routing or carriers to meet necessary parameters, specifications and costs
Perform metrics reporting and data analysis tasks to identify issues and opportunities for process improvements
Ensure optimum cost savings on all logistics-related activities by providing and exploring available tax exemption windows
Liaise with the relevant authorities for import and other statutory clearances required for procurement and imports
Evaluate proposals from various freight forwarders to ascertain the most competitive and reliable means of importations and clearance
Develop and maintain good relationships with customs, shipping/logistics agents and port authorities
Assist in the automation and integration of the supply chain function
Coordination with transporters and freight agents for the timely delivery of goods
Prompt processing of permits for clearance of Imported Consignment and payment of duties and taxes
Implement data protection policies and practices
Ensure compliance with the NDPR and other relevant data protection laws and policies
Undertake a Data Protection Impact Assessment as applicable to curb the risk during data processing operations
Ensure awareness, understanding and application of QHSE policy and application of departmental objectives
Ensure awareness of the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 & 45001:2018) and implications of not conforming with the requirements
Understand and identify hazards, risks, environmental aspects and impact as it is related to their jobs

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations, logistics, business administration, transportation, or engineering
Post-graduate degree in logistics, supply chain or any relevant field will be an added advantage
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working in logistics, warehouse, or transportation operations

Skills and Competencies

Technical knowledge of mechanical and non-mechanical materials
Knowledge of supply chain management
Market and vendor knowledge for contract management
Knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines for supply chain management
Strong attention to detail
Knowledge of regulatory norms on taxation, duties, and import policies
Knowledge of contract and commercial law
Quality management skills
Knowledge and application of IT systems in contracts management
Strong Time Management skills
Good negotiation and bargaining skills

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