Logistics Manager

Position Description

The
Logistics Manager, Nigeria is responsible for overseeing all inbound and
outbound logistics operations, ensuring efficient movement of goods in line
with the 7Rs of logistics—right product, quantity, condition, place, time,
customer, and cost.

This role requires strong expertise in import/export operations, customs regulations, and international trade compliance within
Nigeria, ensuring seamless delivery while minimizing delays and costs. The role
will work closely with the Regional/Global Logistics teams and Demand Planning
to ensure alignment with business needs

Role & Responsibilities

Logistics
& Import/Export Operations

• Manage end -to -end import and export processes, including shipments
  from China and inter -country transfers
  
• Handle Letter of Credit (LC) review, interpretation, and
  documentation preparation
  
• Coordinate shipping arrangements (air and sea freight) with
  logistics partners
  
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian customs regulations and
  international trade laws
  

Regulatory
& Documentation

• Oversee Form M processing, PAAR, SONCAP, and NAFDAC (where
  applicable) documentation
  
• Verify HS codes for accurate duty classification and smooth
  clearance
  
• Ensure complete and accurate shipment documentation for audit
  purposes
  

Order
Processing & Inventory Coordination

• Oversee timely processing of Sales Orders, Credit Memos and In -warranty
  orders
  
• Ensure delivery turnaround time (TAT) of 24 hours for partner
  orders
  

Financial
& Cost Control

• Validate logistics -related costs (shipping lines, terminal charges,
  clearing fees)
  
• Raise and manage Purchase Orders for logistics vendors
  
• Support:
  
• Duty estimation for finance planning
  
• Keep track of all shipping line charges and statutory related costs
  
• Accurate Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) allocation
  

Vendor
& Stakeholder Management

• Evaluate and manage clearing agents and transport providers against
  SLAs
  
• Collaborate with Demand Planning, Finance, Sales, Aftersales,
  Global Logistics Team
  
• Collaborate with Nigeria Customs for all shipping related duties
  

Insurance
& Risk Management

• Manage stock insurance policies - Fidelity guarantee and Stock loss
  claims
  
• Liaise with insurers and loss adjusters for claims processing
  

Requirements

.Desired Skills and Experience

·        A degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management or a
related field is required

·        Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

·        Strong understanding of Nigerian customs processes

·        Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

·        Sound commercial and financial modeling capability

·        Understanding of Warehouse processes and procedures

·        Passion for social enterprise, development of people and
environmental benefits.