Logistics (Import Manager)

Location: Mainland, Lagos state

Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

Manage inventory levels to ensure the availability of materials to meet planned and unplanned 

production targets.

Prepare monthly/quarterly/yearly materials requirement plan for both factories as per sales 

budget and production machine capacities. 

Coordinate international procurement activities with proper documentation in line with 

applicable laws and guidelines.

Liaise with developed suppliers throughout the registration process and maintain records of 

supplier registration package.

Forward material volume allocation and communicate delivery timeline to suppliers. 

Obtain approval for PFIs and follow through to prepare Form M & other documentation, 

applications, and reporting.

Apply for and speed up Letters of Credits (LCs) and transmit to suppliers to coordinate 

shipping arrangement as well as obtaining shipping documents and follow through with clearing 

agents for prompt delivery.

Prepare weekly Import pending reports to show clear visibility of shipments and proposed action plans.

Manage the opening of Form M to clearing of goods.

Verify original bill of lading prior release, scrutinize customs documents, attend to clients internally on cargo release matter and final cargo release

Coordinate and resolve matter whenever issue arises to enable smooth release of cargo

Represent the organization at stakeholders meetings with the Nigerian customs services - on importation procedures and regulations, unclaimed containers in the port, etc.

Requirements

HND  /BSc in Shipping, Maritime, Business or a related field

5 - 7 years proven experience within the Shipping industry

Be familiar with CBN rules, regulations, and other applicable agencies' provision; SONCAP, NAFDAC, NDLEA, CUSTOM, etc. 

Previous work experience with Foreign Employers is an added advantage

Good knowledge of Form M and import processes

Strong managerial skill and good teamwork

Proactive with great attention to details

Good computer knowledge (tech savvy) and demonstrable knowledge of MS-Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Application Closing Date

31st January, 2024.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application and CV to: jobs@choicetalents.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.