Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the position of Logistic Manager at Sahara Group.
About Sahara Group
Sahara Group, established in 1996 with Sahara Energy Resource Limited as its first company, initially focused on trading petroleum products. Over the years, it has evolved into a multifaceted conglomerate operating in sectors such as upstream, midstream, downstream, power, and infrastructure development. Sahara Group’s strength lies in its ambidexterity and ability to create extraordinary solutions from ordinary circumstances, tailored for diverse markets. Through investments in people, technology, strategic acquisitions, and expansion programs, Sahara continually explores new frontiers in energy provision. Embracing good corporate citizenship, the company promotes global sustainable development and transparency in business, collaborating with multilateral organizations and stakeholders worldwide.
Job Summary
- Company: Sahara Group
- Job Title: Logistic Manager
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Locations: Ikorodu, Lagos Nigeria
Job Title: Logistic Manager
Job Summary
The Logistics Manager is responsible for ensuring the availability of the required materials for the plant, in the right quality and quantity.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Take ownership of shipping & transportation and logistics arrangements for all procurement activities
- Management of third-party logistics service providers.
- Possess good knowledge of the INCOTERMS and explore the most suitable for every transaction.
- Good understanding of industry limitations and regulations.
- Develop new strategies to streamline processes and reduce costs.
- Execute logistics plan for inbound and outbound spares for delivery to the destination as scheduled.
- Assess and recommend ideal shipping methods, routing or carriers to meet necessary parameters, specifications and costs.
- Perform metrics reporting and data analysis tasks to identify issues and opportunities for process improvements.
- Ensure optimum cost savings on all logistics-related activities by providing and exploring available tax exemption windows.
- Liaise with the relevant authorities for import and other statutory clearances required for procurement and imports.
- Evaluate proposals from various freight forwarders to ascertain the most competitive and reliable means of importations and clearance.
- Develop and maintain good relationships with customs, shipping/logistics agents and port authorities.
- Assist in the automation and integration of the supply chain function.
- Coordination with transporters and freight agents for the timely delivery of goods.
- Prompt processing of permits for clearance of Imported Consignment and payment of duties and taxes.
- Implement data protection policies and practices of Egbin Power Plc.
- Ensure compliance with the NDPR and other relevant data protection laws and policies.
- Undertake a Data Protection Impact Assessment as applicable to curb the risk during data processing operations.
- Ensure awareness, understanding and application of QHSE policy and application of departmental objectives.
- Ensure awareness of the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 &45001:2018) and implications of not conforming with the requirements.
- Understand and identify hazards, risks, environmental aspects and Impact as it is related to their jobs.
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Requirements for the position of Logistic Manager at Sahara Group
Education and Work Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations, logistics, business administration, transportation, or engineering.
- Post-graduate degree in logistics, supply chain or any relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working in logistics, warehouse, or transportation operations.
Skills and Competencies
- Technical knowledge of mechanical and non-mechanical materials.
- Knowledge of supply chain management.
- Market and vendor knowledge for contract management.
- Knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines for supply chain management.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Knowledge of regulatory norms on taxation, duties, and import policies.
- Knowledge of contract and commercial law.
- Quality management skills.
- Knowledge and application of IT systems in contracts management.
- Strong Time Management skills.
- Good negotiation and bargaining skills
Deadline
30th September, 2025
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