A global logistics leader is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to oversee import and export shipments across Africa on a 6-month contract. Candidates who are immediately available are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will coordinate cargo movements, manage logistics documentation and system updates, secure cost-effective transport capacity, and ensure accurate data, compliance, and the efficient flow of cargo.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic Coordination and system inputDevelop and implement logistics and pipeline flow strategies aligned with organizational objectives and regional regulations. Coordinate with transportation, operations, and supply chain teams to maintain efficient and consistent capacity flows for import and export corridors. Support capacity development initiatives for national logistics teams and partners. Ensure timeous, accurate and valid input into FFMS systems, with relevant margin and volume reviews Maintain proper record management within the FFMS systems for audit trail and review. Be able to provide support and approval for movements falling outside of planned margins. Effective communication and escalation of project delays, and or system inputs. Ensure timeous and accurate billing to client Efficient and accurate purchase order vendor management
Transportation and SchedulingPlan and monitor transportation of commodities end to end (road, rail) Ensure on-time delivery and resolve bottlenecks promptly.
Supplier and Stakeholder ManagementLiaise with local authorities, customs, and regional partners across African countries. Maintain communication between field offices, logistics clusters, and operations centres.
Compliance, Risk & Safety:
Enforce adherence to HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards and international logistics protocols. Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures for cross-border operations.
Documentation & ReportingGenerate analytical reports (KPI tracking, asset management, pipeline flow capacity utilization). Ensure audit-ready records and contribute to logistics SOP development.
Reporting ResponsibilitiesController Month end report WIP management Transit times KPI POD tracking- daily Claims register Demurrage schedules- After project complete sent to client ISO audit samples – All Project Documents must be saved on Shared Folder ISO audit samples – All Project Documents must be saved on Shared Folder
RequirementsStrong knowledge of African trade routes, customs regulations, and logistics networks. Ability to manage cross-border operations and multicultural teams. Advanced data analysis and reporting skills (MS Excel, ERP, or logistics tracking systems). Excellent strategic planning, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities. Commitment to ethical and sustainable logistics practices. Process orientated with a good attention to detail. Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks in fast changing environment. Must be able to work under pressure and adhere to aggressive deadlines High level thinking and problem solver Organised and detailed Client orientated
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