Shipping and Logistics Manager at Prime Chinese

Job Summary

• We are seeking for a visionary and committed team player for value addition and productivity.

Job Description

• Communicate and maintain good rapport with the internal and external customers
• Arrange Export shipments with 3PL (3rd Party Logistics) warehouse and forwarder
• Prepare shipping documentations like invoice, certificate of origin, etc. and submit documents according to Letter of credit requirement
• Prepare shipping instructions to carrier/shipping companies
• Prepare documents to bank, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Embassies, ETC.
• Monitor import shipping matters
• Monitor shipments' departure & arrival
• Update of KPI on individual shipments and shipment process
• Adjust and update lead time on shipment routings
• Consistent update on import and clearing process and regulations in Nigeria, in line with approvals and prohibitions, duties and tariffs rates.
• Ensure goods are cleared at the port within the lead time to prevent out of stock situation at minimal cost and in line with the contract.
• Continually improve and maintain relationship with Customs, NAFDAC, SON, and other Governmental agencies..
• Management of 3rd Party Logistics service providers to ensure prompt deliveries of import and export shipments at minimum costs in line with the contractual agreement.
• Negotiation of shipping line concession charges on Freight and local charges to drive down cost, where necessary.
• Work closely with Inter-company trading companies for bulk import & export shipments coordination to ensure correct stock always in plant.
• Sound and in-depth knowledge of International trade - Import & Export practices across major continents.

Qualifications

• First Degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years in Import / Export role with exposure to supply chain management, strategic sourcing and optimal procurement processes and standards.
• Excellent knowledge of government Import requirements.
• Clear understanding of Import duties, taxation, documentation process and government requirements.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively/convincingly at all levels and with all functions at least in English
• Effective time management, planning and organization skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships across multiple functions
• Excellent negotiation skills.