• Application Deadline: Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Logistics Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 1 year


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Logistics 
  

Job Summary

Responsible for providing logistics support and overseeing the overall logistics processes in support of the objectives of the organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the management of third-party logistics service providers


• Develop new strategies to streamline processes and reduce cost


• Liaising and negotiating with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers and consumers


• Research on ideal shipping methods, routing or carriers to meet necessary parameters, specifications and costs


• Possess good knowledge of the INCOTERMS and explore the most suitable for every transaction


• Good understanding of industry limitations and regulations.


• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency


• Assist in drafting 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


• Develop and maintain good relationship with customs, shipping/logistics agents and port authorities


• Assist in the coordination with transporters and freight agents for timely delivery of goods


• Prompt processing of permits for clearance of Imported Consignment and payment of duties and taxes.


• Awareness, understanding and application of Quality & HSE policies on assigned jobs


• Awareness, understanding and application departmental /process objective


• Awareness of your contribution to the effectiveness of the IMS, including the benefits of improved performance


• Awareness of the risks of not conforming with the EGBIN IMS requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, transportation, or engineering


• Certifications in logistics, supply chain or any relevant field will be an added advantage


• One (1) to Three (3) years relevant experience working in logistics, warehouse, or transportation operations.

Skills and Competencies

• Technical knowledge of mechanical and non-mechanical materials


• Knowledge of supply chain management


• Knowledge of warehousing and storage


• Market and vendor knowledge for contract management


• Good understanding of industry limitations and regulations.


• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and guidelines for supply chain management


• Good attention to details


• Basic knowledge of regulatory norms on taxation, duties, import policies


• Knowledge of contract and commercial law


• Time Management skills


• Good negotiation and bargaining skills