Logistics Officer
Summary
Summary
Our client is a leader in the
manufacture and export of corporate promotional merchandise.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for the
following duties:
- Assume full responsibility for all Imports and Exports
processes.
- Organise all Inbound and Outbound transportation of
goods and materials
- Handle all KRA transactions relating to imports and
exports, ensuring compliance with set regulations.
- Maintain an up to date register of all materials
arriving in the country by Sea, Air or Road, clearly indicating the
condition of the import on arrival.
- Manage local and international Clearing &
Forwarding agents, ensuring that all consignments are processed as quickly
as possible.
- Participate in the preparation of exemption request
letters and follow through to ensure timely approval.
- Ensure that all import and export transactions are
accurately documented, including exit and entry points, and all
documentation submitted in a timely manner.
- Monitor changes in government regulations relating to
company’s operations and highlight these to management.
- Follow up on supplier payments and ensure these are
done as per the agreed terms
- Prepare and submit Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports as per
the reporting schedule.
- Maintain complete records related to export and import
transactions.
Qualifications and experience
- A degree in Procurement and Materials Management or
related field.
- At least 5 years’ experience in logistics management
- Specialized training in logistics management will be a
significant advantage.
- Knowledge of customs and import procedures and
regulations, and rules around duty on imported goods and the capacity to
handle trade finance documentation with ease
- Use of ERP software or other related logistics software
is required
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work in
a team
- Capacity to work independently and cope with stress,
pressure and extended working hours.
- Proactive, results oriented with excellent leadership
skills
How to apply:
Send your application including a
cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client a detailed CV
highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a
daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional
referees by close of business Tuesday 4th June, 2013.
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416,
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416,
Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge
fees for receiving or processing job applications.