Job
Title: Logistics Manager
Company
profile: Our
Client is the world's leading Multinational Company dealing in the
manufacturing of consumer based products with over 16 countries within the East
African region
Job Specification
The
incumbent will be responsible mainly for the Import logistics but will also
have to do some procurement duties
Working with Supply/Factory planners to ensure all imported materials are shipped, cleared and received on time.
Main
responsibilities
- Respond to
customers' or shippers' questions and complaints regarding imports and
goods on transit.
- Issue shipping
instructions and provide routing information to ensure that delivery times
and locations are coordinated.
- Review Monthly
production schedules, consumption reports, and demand forecasts to
estimate peak and delivery timings.
- Daily update of
relevant database and documents with confirmed consignment movements to
ensure visibility to all users.
- Maintenance of
up to date Import documentation, periodic Customs and regulatory
reconciliation including TREO.
- Liaison with
Global Ocean Transport team for containerization and freight lead time
optimization.
- Investigate
product complaints and prepare documentation and link with concerned and
management for resolution.
- Participate in
formulation and communication of Imports regulatory requirements and
procedures to ensure that compliance is maintained or enhanced.
- Management of
C&F contracts, maintenance of up to date SLA, and periodic reviews
Minimum
Requirements
- At least 5
years’ strong experience in Import logistics and procurement from an FMCG
manufacturing environment.
- Knowledgeable on
export and import legislations in a multinational sourcing operations.
- Good knowledge
and application of rules and regulations for local and international
movement documents
Skills
- An individual
with a dynamic and positive attitude, excellent organization, coordination
and planning skills especially in SAP
- Ability to
effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
- High level of
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications
- Experience at
working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative
How
to Apply
To
apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the
position in the subject line.
Kindly
also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted