Logistics Specialist

We supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities – and the environment – are increasingly relying on. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering paints company that’s committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com.

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Job Purpose

Handle logistics processes (Export / Import) to ensure delivery of goods on time in full and as per the required standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure completion of all necessary import/export documents in light of international/regional trade agreements and legal requirements. That includes liaising with export control authority, chamber of commerce, general chemistry authority, embassies and ministry of exterior affairs, export certifications inspection companies, General Security, import authority etc
• Liaise & follow up with customs authority & customs clearance agents to ensure release of import/export goods according to the set time frame
• Establish and update a database of shipping agencies and selects the most adequate agency according to time/cost effectiveness and as per destination
• Liaise & follow up with shipping agencies and trace shipments to ensure delivery of import/export goods according to the set time frame
• Liaise with insurance companies to insure export goods
• Collect all necessary export/import documents like (B/L, COO, Insurance certificate, SGS)
• Ensure dispatch of export goods as per the relevant export standards (check lists) as per each destination country
• Issue Monthly reports on the Overall shipments
• Responsible for SAP cycle for all export/ import shipments / GRN for all import shipments
• Manage and report and control export / import logistic expenses
• Comply with QHSE policies and procedures

Requirements

• College / University degree
• Relevant logistics experience, must be well versed with all export / import regulations
• Result Focused
• Detailed oriented
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills 
• Excellent CRM Skills
• Self-Motivation
• Ability to work under Stress
• Leadership and managerial skills
• Very good command of English

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 33340