Logistics Coordinator – Outbound/Inbound (Toyota,Suzuki)
The position will be based in Nairobi and ideal candidate will report to Logistics Manager.
The role is responsible for the implementation of outbound and inbound logistics for Toyota Kenya focusing on Toyota and Suzuki models (coordinate all imports, exports, transport and customs warehousing logistics).
Main Responsibilities of the job
Assist in daily management of Group Logistics Centre operations by;
Communication and liaison with all logistics suppliers
Manage key relationships with all stakeholders in the supply chain
Development and review of team processes/ SOPs
Promote all CSI and Kaizen and other internal company activities
KRA, NTSA & Treasury liaison
Lead-time management to ensure all KRA, NTSA and other government agencies processes are done within the approved deadlines
Ensure the group logistics complies with all legal requirements with regards to logistics and other related processes
Creating effective relationships with all suppliers
Records Management and Audit
Clearance cost controls
Supplier management & Liaison
Assist in supplier pre-qualifications, SLA development, contract signing and renewals
Communication with suppliers and performance reviews of all the suppliers
Manage all clearance costs through frequent review and negotiations with different suppliers
Operational Responsibilities
Imports clearance
Follow up of cargo movement and clearance documents from suppliers, dispatch to agents and file opening
Imports clearance follow up from pre-shipping documentation to delivery at designated points
Follow up on reports- vehicle daily, weekly and monthly lead time reports
Assist process tax payments in liaison with Finance department and KRA collecting banks
KRA/ Treasury liaison
Participate in monthly review meetings with agent staff
Transport
Follow-up on vehicle and parts movement from port of entry to the final destinations
Customs bond processes
Ex-warehouse clearance follow-up
Follow up on Stocks/ warehouse management (re-warehousing/ warehousing dates)
Records management
Oversee, guide and audit records management (filing) by service provider
Minimum level of academic and professional qualification
Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding or and supply chain from a recognized institution. A degree in a related field will be an added advantage.
Three years of relevant working experience in logistics in the automotive industry in a comparable size
Good understanding of vehicle, parts and CKD kits importation and clearance process
Basic Computer Knowledge in excel, PowerPoint, Ms office applications
Automotive industry knowledge
Knowledge of international trade
Apply via :
toyotakenya.com