Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Logistics Manager who will be responsible for ensuring that the supply chain is efficient and effective. The goal of this role is to provide successful management of business operations while driving the implementation of policies and standards that aligns with the Business vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that the logistics and operations are well managed.
• Monitors processes involved in the supply chain by liaising with relevant parties.
•  Keep track of delivery times, transport costs and efficiency.
• Ensure proper adherence to the company’s Quality, Health, and Safety policies.
• Implement Policies, SOP and Methodology to improve cost-effectiveness and integrity.
• Complete and file compliance documentation for import, export, and supply chain security.
• Plan and schedule the delivery of Cargoes.
• Identify and deliver operational cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives.
• Make sure that project deadlines are met.
• Knowledge of international and local shipping programs/standards.
•  Identify, and develop relationships and plans with key stakeholders.
• Supervise the allocation of jobs to various subcontractors based on the transport requirements for each client.
• Follow up closely with Operations Team to ensure all documents required for transport vessels are filled accurately.
• Manage and register any delays or repairs needed on vessels immediately after they occur to the management.
• Manage relationships with law and safety enforcement agencies, ascertain traffic situations, and arrange free passage of vessels.
• Co-ordinate with Project teams and Operations/Installation Manager to ensure timely scheduling of vessels, personnel, and materials movements.
• Monitor the import and export process and ensure compliance with regulatory, legal and customs requirements.
• Execute domestic and international shipments as needed, with include preparation of shipping documents in our ERP system.
• Provide full reporting to senior management.
• Manage all aspects of daily operations including optimum use of manpower and equipment to ensure efficient and cost-effective handling.
•  Manage conflict, solve problems, and mediate between the different interests of multiple stakeholders.
• Investigate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Build and maintain strategically important client and contractor relations.
• Respond to and resolve complaints and problems.
•  Keep up to date on shipping carriers, routes and rates and any changes to them.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least (minimum) 8 years of work experience, 3 years of which must have been at a management level in the Engineering, Procurement, or Construction sector
• Post graduate degree (Including MBA) will be an advantage
• A relevant professional certification is an advantage
• Expert knowledge of technical regulations related to logistics such as import/exportand customs regulations, including security requirements
• Ability to analyse and manipulate technical and complex data and provide meaningful information
• Membership in an appropriate professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport would be advantageous