Imports Manager at Workforce Africa

Job Summary

The person will oversee efficient working of employees of import department and manage all communication with the Vendors. The Manager has an overall responsibility for managing inbound logistics( customers clearance for all imports) .

The role is responsible for ensuring delivery on all KPIs at Optimal costs and service level

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation in the inbound logistics process( customs documentation , insurance for shipments, port clearance and delivery of the goods to warehouse) to deliver high levels of customer service towards key stakeholders
• Manage the relationship with the company and the government agencies to ensure collaborative atmosphere required to drive improvement processes related to service levels , cost efficiencies and loss reduction.
• The manager must be versed with export processes , procedures and regulations for any type of export from Kenya , including sales to EPZ and other exempt bodies
• Collaborate with Chief Finance Officer to check the cash flow positions to pay the suppliers ,shipping lines &import duties perform audit on processes and maintain expert knowledge on all custom regulations
• Liase with different shipping lines to ensure that the company gets competitive shipping rates