Logistics Officer at Samsung Heavy Industries Nigeria (SHIN)

Job Purpose

• The Logistics Officer will oversee and coordinate the end-to-end movement of construction materials, heavy machinery, equipment, and personnel across various project sites.
• This role focuses on optimizing supply chain efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance for imports/exports, and minimizing transit delays to keep large-scale construction projects on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities
Fleet & Equipment Coordination:

• Coordinate the mobilization and demobilization of heavy construction equipment (e.g., excavators, cranes) and materials to multiple project sites.
• Schedule and monitor daily dispatches, ensuring optimal vehicle utilization and fuel efficiency.
• Manage relationships with third-party transport vendors, marine logistics providers (if applicable, e.g., barges/jetties), and freight forwarders.

Material Tracking & Inventory Control:

• Track shipments in real-time from suppliers to the central warehouse or directly to site locations.
• Collaborate with Site Storekeepers to reconcile received materials against Waybills and Purchase Orders (POs).
• Monitor inventory levels of critical project materials (e.g., steel, cement, pipes) to prevent stockouts or project downtime.

Customs & Regulatory Compliance:

• Handle clearing and forwarding documentation for imported construction machinery and specialized materials.
• Ensure full compliance with local and international transport regulations, customs duties, and port authorities.
• Obtain necessary permits for oversized cargo or heavy-duty haulage on public roads.

Cost Optimization & Reporting:

• Analyze logistics expenditures and implement cost-saving measures without compromising delivery timelines.
• Prepare weekly and monthly logistics performance reports (e.g., delivery turnaround times, transit damages, fuel consumption).
• Review and verify logistics-related invoices (freight, demurrage, clearing fees) for accuracy before processing payment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-Time Delivery (OTD): % of materials and equipment delivered to sites on schedule.
• Demurrage & Detention Cost: Minimization of port and container storage fines.
• Logistics Budget Variance: Keeping transport and clearing costs within the allocated project budget.
• Vendor Performance: Compliance of 3PL providers with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Job Requirements & Qualifications
Experience & Education:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 1 - 3 years of active logistics experience, specifically within the construction, oil & gas, or heavy engineering sectors.
• Professional certification in Logistics (e.g., CILT, CIPSM) is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
• Strong command of MS Excel for data tracking and cost analysis.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to interface effectively with site managers, suppliers, and clearing agents.