Jobs at Saro Agrosciences Limited

Job Description 

• The logistics officer is expected to be a hardworking, motivated and well-organised individual with a focus on continuous improvement to exceed expectations. The job holder will be responsible for overseeing key aspects of a company’s supply chain, from preparation to transportation to delivery in his/her location.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Delivering the Local Logistics Target for Both In-Bound & Out-Bound for SAA Key Crops in his/her location
• To Seamlessly manage the Supply Chain Documentation Requirement for SAA Key Crops
• Developing and Fostering Sustainable and Strategic Partnership with Transporters to get the best Local Haulage Cost Devising & Implementing the Warehousing & Procurement Quality Strategy for Saro Agro Allied
• To Manage the Warehousing Loss for SAA Key Crops within the Budgeted Parameters of the concerned location
• Driving the Warehousing, Offloading & Logistics Target on a Daily, Weekly & Monthly Basis
• Manage end-to-end logistics process that capitalizes on risk mitigation opportunities and savings for the business.
• Identify potential supply chain failures as part of the planning process and mitigate associated risks.
• Engage in cross-functional and cross-business unit interactions to ensure dependable and efficient logistics management whilst mitigating mid-term supplier or customer constraints.
• Coordinate import and export processes and ensure compliance with regulatory policies to achieve JIT delivery.
• Must have Good knowledge and relationship with Key Shipping Lines in Nigeria to get the best freight rates for the SAA Exports
• Ensure accurate documentation process and record keeping in compliance to DPS retention policy.
• Manage the daily operational processes and ensure compliance with regulatory policies to achieve JIT delivery.
• Answer inquiry on equipment and material availability, delivery times and status of orders so that inquiries are dealt with promptly and accurately.
• Ensure data integrity of all analytics and reports,
• Sourcing & onboarding acceptable HSPs with valid GIT covers
• Knowledgeable on issues related to commodity business such as (Soya beans, paddy rice, maize and their by-products)
• Planning & managing inbound/outbound deliveries
• Maintain a high level and professional relationship with collaborators that will aid in delivering planned strategy

Risk and Control:

• Ensures that issues of Logistics (inbound and outbound) are adequately planned for and mitigations put in place before they occur.

Process Improvement:

• Will continuously ensure processes are followed and improved upon by adherence and proposing ways of improvement.

Reporting:

• Provides reports of functions on a weekly and periodic basis as may be needed by the Top Management.

Others:

• Any other job that may be assigned by the Head of Logistics

Qualifications / Experience

• Minimum of HND / BSc in Supply Chain Management, Science, Accounting Business Administration, Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of Second Class Upper
• Shouldn’t be more than 30 years
• Must have worked or worked in a senior-level in supply chain Position with Reputable Companies in Nigeria
• Must have grown within Rank and File to rise to this position
• Should have graduated from a well-known University in Nigeria
• Minimum of 3 Years’ experience in Suppy Chain and Warehousing Management and at least 3 Years in handling the logistics &Warehousing Management for Agro Commodities & Food mainly Edible Oil Industry
• Age: 25 – 30

Competencies Required:

• Should be Heading the Supply chain Function for a Reputable Global Commodity & Food Company
• At least 4 years in handling Logistics and warehousing role
• Should have adequate Knowledge on the logistics Certification Standards.
• Should have adequate Knowledge on the Warehousing
• Should have a meticulous approach and be Good in adhering to Systems and Processes
• Should be willing to travel to Up-Country in Nigeria to ensure System and Process Adherence
• Must be checked on each aspect of Saro Core Values like Integrity, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement & Sense of Urgency
• Should be from a Family with Good Family Values, Ethics and a God-Fearing Attitude
• Good negotiation and analytical skills.
• Experience in managing the human and material resources to profitably produce and sell arable crop produce especially cassava roots based on projected costs and returns.

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Job Summary

• Export Documentation Officer is a strategic partner in running the business and plays a crucial role of preparing and processing export documentation, ensuring compliance with regulation, and facilitating the smooth shipment of goods.
• The Export Documentation Officer will liaise with concerned internal units and with external stake holders (Export trade partner, Freight forwarder, Regulatory agencies, etc.)
• He/she will be part of a team with a culture of high performance and will deploy his/her skills optimally to achieve strategic priorities.
• The role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and knowledge of export regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process export documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading and certificates of origin.
• Coordinate with Finance unit, Quality unit, Freight forwarder, Shipping terminal and Shipping line in getting respective businesses handled.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, such as customs, export control agencies.
• Verify accuracy of documentation, including product description, quantities, and values.
• Maintain records and files of export documentation, including electronic and paper copies
• Track and update status of cargo from shipping line site.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in export regulations and procedures.
• Prompt documentation to meet required deadlines.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Business Administration or any relevant field.
• Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP) or similar certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Age: 24 - 35 years

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Over two (2 years) of experience in export documentation or related field.
• Knowledge of export regulations, including Incoterms, Harmonized Systems and Customs procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good Analytical and innovative skills.
• Must be self-motivated
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and export documentation software.

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Job Summary

• The Export Warehousing Officer is responsible for ensuring the efficient and accurate receipt, storage, accounting for and securing the stored cargo, dispatch of export goods and overall warehousing operations.
• He/she will be part of a team with a culture of high performance and will deploy his/her skills optimally to achieve strategic priorities.
• This role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and knowledge of export regulations.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect export goods, verifying quantity, quality, and documentation.
• Store goods in designated areas, ensuring proper labeling, segregation, and safety of stock.
• Maximum utilization of warehouse space concerning stock stacking and compliance with organization’s FIFO rule on stock inflow and outflow.
• Manage warehousing inventory, tracking stock levels, record keeping and timely reporting of discrepancies.
• Compliance with Container stuffing SOP
• Coordinate with Export Documentation Officer, Freight forwarders and Shipping terminals to comply with regulations including customs, export controls and to communicate cargo readiness.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized warehouse environment.
• Coordinate with Logistics team in tracking and reporting goods-in-transit.
• Timely preparation and retirement of operational expenses in compliance with company policy
• Stay up-to-date with changes in export regulations and procedures.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or any other relevant field.

Abilities:

• Over two (2) years’ experience in export and/or warehousing or a related field.
• Knowledge on export regulations, including customs procedures and export controls.
• Good analytical and innovative skills
• Excellent communication skill
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and warehouse management software.
• Physical ability to keep up with warehousing operations, as required.
• Age Requirement: 24 - 35 years old.