Senior Officer, Inbound Logistics

About the role

The Senior Officer, Inbound Logistics will coordinate and monitor the efficient movement of inbound materials, spare parts, equipment, fuels and other supplies from suppliers, ports, warehouses and distribution points to plant locations. The role ensures timely deliveries, optimises transportation costs and maintains supply continuity while complying with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound transportation activities and ensure timely delivery of materials to plants and warehouses.
• Monitor shipment schedules, proactively address potential delays and update inbound logistics status reports for management.
• Liaise with suppliers, transporters, freight forwarders, clearing agents and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth material flow.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Stores, Production and Maintenance teams to align inbound deliveries with operational needs.
• Verify shipping documents, delivery notes, invoices, customs documentation and transport records for compliance.
• Support customs clearance and import logistics processes where applicable.
• Monitor logistics metrics such as delivery performance, transportation costs, lead times and service levels.
• Prepare weekly and monthly inbound logistics reports and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Serve as primary contact for internal departments regarding inbound shipment status and manage vendor performance evaluations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Transport Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years (96 months) of experience in inbound logistics or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CI (or equivalent) are desirable.

Required skills