Logistics Supervisor

Job Description

Work Location:  Hariss International Limited – Kampala, Uganda

Division / Department: Procurement and Logistics

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Ensures the timely delivery of quality raw materials at the lowest possible cost:
• Follows up on production weekly plans and clearance within the planned schedule. 
• Participates in the selection of suppliers based on a criterion
• Conducts a comparative analysis on supplier prices
• Reviews and evaluates the performance of the suppliers.
• Processes the necessary clearance documents, import permits, tax exemptions and licenses.
• Closely liaises with the clearing agents and internal declarants.
• Reviews and checks tax worksheets prior to lodging of entries.
• Performs marine insurance declarations.
• Verifies that the orders are within the agreed budget/approved contracts.
• Submits final invoices to the Finance and Accounts Department and follow up on payment.
• Coordinates inbound and outbound shipments with the different stakeholders.
• Monitors bonded warehouse operations, inventory and Ex warehousing.
• Post stock, vendor shipment information, costs in SAP efficiently.
• Analyze logistics data, prepare reports for management, and use insights to make informed decisions and track performance indicators.
• Liaise with suppliers, carriers, customers, and other internal departments to ensure smooth and timely operations.
• Track order fulfillment and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Performs any other Assignments imposed by Management.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: 

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a similar role in a busy environment.
• The East Africa Customs and Freight Forwarding Practicing Certificate (EACFFPC) an added advantage.

Key Requirements: 

• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
• SAP experience and knowledge
• ASYCUDA ++ hands on experience, knowledge of the EACCMA 2004 and EAC Common External Tariff 2022.
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

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