Local Business Unit (LBU) Transport and Logistics (T&L) – Heavy Lift & Project Cargo Manager, Cairo, E

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Cairo, EgyptPosted 6 years ago

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Your main responsibilities in this role will include:

Providing liaison between the LBU management team and customs authorities /freight companies / brokers and executing all HLP related transport management tasks on the LBU level.
Initiating and maintaining close communication with project management in order to identify the transportation needs of the project.
Developing shipping plan based on SCM procurement planning.
Participating in tendering process and perform site survey if required.
Issuing contracts with freight shipping providers, transportation providers and customs brokers to achieve best conditions as per LBU Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
Reviewing and receiving shipping documents from suppliers as per shipping instructions (e.g. packing, marking, shipping and invoicing instructions) as far as applicable.
Dealing with customs authorities / client if necessary.
Issuing and following up shipping documents bank endorsement.
Managing and following shipping progress and clearance procedure to ensure minimum lead time as per LPG KPIs.
Providing weekly reports for all shipments.
Monitoring project plan and advising affected parties of any changes.
Representing T&L function in project kick-offs and subsequent meetings.
If necessary, travel to jobsite or loading site to supervise loading / unloading activities.
Providing input to risk review and forwarder proposal review.

You should have a Bachelor’s degree in logistics management/Engineering/Supply Chain Management/ Accounting/Finance with 12-18 years of experience in the field of logistics, freight management, or heavy lift transportation and customs authorities.
You should be capable of managing and prioritizing multiple time sensitive tasks in a dynamic environment and willing to travel as necessary, work on the required schedule and specified location.
Good knowledge of operational safety programs and procedures. Good computer skills (like: Microsoft Excel, MS Project and Outlook).
Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required. French is a plus.