Logistics and Trade Facilitation Specialist at BASF The Chemical Company

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the transportation and storage aspects of materials, as well as coordinating their registration with diverse regulatory bodies; additionally, it involves being a liaison between stakeholders to address trade and regulatory concerns.

Duties will include the following:

• Manage contract agreements and relationships with LSPs for timely clearing/delivery and SLA compliance, while ensuring prompt payment by coordinating service provider invoice processing
• Conduct regular benchmarking to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness while continuously evaluating LSPs' KPIs for operational excellence in logistics services
• Analyze and optimize logistics operations to minimize delivery times and transportation costs, and improve customer service
• Liaise with LSPs, customs authorities, and regulatory bodies to secure timely clearance of goods using fast-track & transpire processing methods when required
• Resolve any shipment clearance issues promptly together with customs agents and stakeholders
• Facilitate compliant disposal of expired materials according to regulations
• Stay updated on trade facilitation regulations, personnel updates, global developments impacting logistics operations
• Process import permits, clearances, documentation for regulated goods in coordination with regulatory bodies while coordinating license renewals/approvals including Fast-track licenses
• Maintain a professional relationship with regulatory bodies involved in trade facilitation
• Monitor movement compliance within Nigeria; ensure adherence to applicable regulations/procedures
• Optimize routing, scheduling, and transport planning to meet delivery requirements; minimize transit times

Qualifications

• A university degree in business, science, supply chain management, or a similar field of study
• At least three years of previous work experience in sales or logistics
• A minimum of five years experience working in the freight industry, customs-related areas, or have a background in supply chain consulting within Market Area Africa
• Proficiency in using SAP software and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent proficiency in spoken and written English