Logistic Manager

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