Logistic Assistant Job in Kenya

Position: Logistic Assistant, Non - Auto Business
 

Reports to: Head - Business Development

Company Profile: We operate in major industrial sectors like automobiles, steel and engineering, chemicals, information technology and hospitality
 

Job Purpose: This position is responsible for the logistics management for non-auto businesses in Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with supplier to ensure timely issue of Pro Forma invoice, Certificate of Conformity and originals of all relevant import documents.
• Liaise with clearing agent to avoid demurrage/storage charges, ensure timely issue of import declaration form, direct loading of cargo, clearing documents and lodging of customs entry.
• Handling insurance (including claims) for cargo, stock, goods in transit
• Handling import costing.
• Follow up with accounts department for payment of customs entry
• Verifying all bills before submission to accounts department
• Receive cargo at port and clearing agent yard and verify as per packing list.
• Regular stock monitoring and record keeping of all imports & sales.
• Verification of imported goods and stock with system.
• Liaise with sales and purchase team for current and future procurement and delivery plans.
• Daily/Weekly report to Business Development Head

Desired Profile

• Must have logistics company exposure
• Understanding of import/export procedure
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of business orientation and understanding
• Diploma in Logistics Management
• Minimum of 5 years experience in handling export, import and logistics

Competencies:

• Understanding of import/export procedure
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Computer literacy
• Correspondence
• Understand import trade processes
• Excellent presentation skills

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. 

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted