LOGISTICS OFFICER

obs in Nigeria: LOGISTICS OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: PROCUREMENT & SERVICES
DATE PUBLISHED: JAN 11, 2011
CLOSING DATE: JAN 25, 2011

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
Oando PLC is currently seeking a Logistics Officer to Support transaction planning and processing efforts to ensure all Logistics activities are delivered in the most cost effective manner.
(Note: All candidates with less than 3 years post NYSC will be required to pass an aptitude test before they can be considered for interview)

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and Executes logistics and freight plans to support business and operational needs based on requirements stated in the business plans and budgets of individual entities and departments.
Makes useful recommendations for cost savings for more efficient and effective delivery methods. Manage the delivery process to minimize additional costs (i.e. demurrage).
Supports procurement contract negotiation efforts as may be required from time to time; with supervision, negotiates favourable basic vendor agreements.
Works to effectively remove any obstacles to ensure optimal delivery of services to the highest standards thereby achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Management of request for quote (RFQ) or call for tender (CFT) process to obtain appropriate proposals/quotes from logistic vendors.
Carries out vendors’ performance appraisal with support on key logistic vendors
Preparation of purchase requests, LPOs, and work orders related to imports and exports thus working out the best logistics.
Liaise with Finance dept and local banks on opening of LCs for imports and payment of clearing fees and duties and collection of necessary paperwork for import/export.
Co-coordinating imports/exports with agents and local authorities
Ensures Container deposit refund are remitted in cases where the company makes financial commitment
Process the timely renewal of the ETLS Certificate and other regulatory agencies permits such as NAFDAC, SON etc.
Verifies custom clearing agents bills as well as other bills that may be presented by other stakeholders including shipping companies.
Produces/provides periodic updates and required management reports covering service ordering, order tracking, purchase orders and contracts, service order delivery scheduling and costs.
Works to effectively remove any obstacles to ensure optimal delivery of services to the highest standards thereby achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
With appropriate direction, assesses, and resolves service delivery issues; supports the negotiation of successful resolutions to problems or customer concerns.
Surveys customers to assess process and team performance; benchmarks other organisations (locally and internationally) for process ideas and solutions for achieving significant improvements in the quality of logistics support.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of a 2nd class lower
2 – 4 years work experience, within a reputable and structured organization preferably an FCMG or Oil and Gas multinational; prior General Administration experience is an advantage

Method of Application:
Interested and qualified applicants should apply online

CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://www.oando-cvmanager.com/careers/