Job Description

• Implement and develop logistics and custom clearance strategies
•  Develop capable third-party transporter for the assigned division
• Prevent delays/queues at brewery/warehouses through logistics planning and truck allocation together with the distribution manager.      
• Assure neatness/representative look of company-owned fleet and drivers
• Guarantee 0 preventable downtime in truck operations by arranging backup trucks.
• Track and document service requirements and tire and fuel usage. Work with fleet manager for frequent maintenance of company-owned primary transport.
• Monitor trip durations and develop 'ideal' trip duration goals for supply from factory to various locations in the assigned division.
• Track, check and approve overtime payments to truck drivers.
• In charge of all aspects of the business including rate negotiations, vendor relations, vendor analysis plus will be responsible of all modes of transport and international logistics.
• Collect and check the original shipping documents from the Procurement department for submission to Customs and to make sure all documents are available before the arrival of goods at port.
• Responsible for verifying dates of shipment & inspection, receiving pre-production sample, approval on packaging, payment procedure and handling all shipment documentations.
• Follow up with freight forwarder to get original B/L & delivery orders, freight invoices etc.
• Prepare authorization to clearing agents and customs authorities to clear shipments.
• Follow up with our clearing agents the status of all shipments under clearance and report it to the Procurement Manager on daily basis.
• Prepare undertaking documents / Shipping guarantees to customs authorities in case of documents shortage or delay and follow up with the clearing agents to close it.
• Request for payment for clearing agents and advance payment for high value shipments.
• Follow up with clearing agents until the arrival of goods ta our warehouse.
• Control of transportation budget
• Minimize/eliminate the demurrages
• Insure having more than one third party transporter
• Insure having at least 2 reliable forwarders
• Review and approve shipment documentation before shipping from supplier to avoid any delays of the shipments

Job Requirements

• At least BA degree in supply chain/logistic/accounting  
• At least 4 years of experience in busy Manufacturing setting (FMCG experience is a plus).
• Background in logistics/supply chain/procurement/warehouse-related operations
• Experience/fluent with company resource management systems (ERP/SAP)
• Fluent in English
• Sociable/good communicator      
• Highly advanced computer skill, especially with regards to Excel  
• Investigative nature/good with numbers      

How to Apply

Interested applicants who fulfill the above requirement should send/submit their respective CV and cover letter within Five consecutive working days from the date of announcement stating the role that they are applying for via Email Address:HR@ubethiopia.com or Submit in person: UB HQ office Bole tele Medhanealem behind Sabon Hotel.

United Beverages S.C is an equal opportunity employer where people develop their competency and behavior.