Logistics Controller

• Oversee and manage end -to -end logistics operations across all regions and modes of transport (air, sea, and land).
  
• Investigate and present costed logistical solutions to trade desks based on shipment requirements and client needs.
  
• Monitor and control logistics budget, perform cost analysis, and provide cost reports to management.
  
• Develop and implement logistics performance indicators to ensure cost efficiency, delivery reliability, and process improvement.
  
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, pre -shipment inspections, and certification requirements in each operating region.
  
• Manage logistics service providers, negotiate rates, and ensure adherence to SLAs and best practices.
  
• Provide service providers with regular feedback and improvement requirements to ensure best service delivery
  
• Coordinate closely with procurement teams in South Africa and France to align logistics plans with purchasing and trade desk activities.
  
• Engage with subsidiary offices (Gabon, Congo, Angola, Namibia, South Africa, Mozambique) or direct end client to support shipment execution as applicable.
  
• Supervise and guide Logistics Coordinators, ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and timelines.
  
• Review and approve logistics documentation, including bills of lading, inspection certificates, and customs paperwork.
  
• Identify opportunities and implement tools and processes to improve operational efficiency and cost -effectiveness across all logistics processes.
  

Requirements

• Strong analytical and financial acumen with proven cost control and reporting skills.
  
• Comprehensive understanding of international shipping, import/export compliance, and African port procedures.
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities.
  
• Proficiency in logistics management systems or ERP tools.
  
• Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple offices and regions.
  

• On -time and compliant shipment delivery rate.
  
• Implementation of tools and processes resulting in Cost and process efficiency and reporting thereon.
  
• Accuracy and completeness of import/export documentation.
  
• Internal stakeholder (Trade Desk, Subsidiaries & management) satisfaction.
  
• Compliance with inspection and certification requirements.
  
• Supervision of Logistics Coordinators.