Field Sales Executive (Business Development Manager)

Logistics Analyst

Manager Transport Solutions - Bulk Freight

Customer Service and Logistics Manager

Senior Manager R&D/Product Development Engineering

Automobile - Research Analyst

Global Logistics – Rate Audit Team Lead

Chief Operations Office (COO), Ports & Terminals

Head of Commercial – Freight  Forwarding

Buyer/Planner, Production Planning

The Role:The objective of the Field Sales Executive (Business Development) is to grow the company revenue, profitability and trading base through achieving a forwarding sales target on an area specific basis. The incumbent will administer field sales plans and processes to achieve revenue growth, enhance customer retention and acquisition, and increase lead conversion for a defined geographic location in line with the SSA Commercial business strategy, financial objectives and company policies. Key Responsibilities:Customer Relationship Management&nbsp;&nbsp;• Maintain on-going relationships with new and potential customers and sales partners&nbsp;&nbsp;• Partner with relevant to coordinate customer requests and products/ services that are being promoted&nbsp;• Work jointly with operations, offices, partners and affiliates to grow the Freight and Forwarding base in Southern Africa&nbsp;• Establish appropriate internal relationships and communication with relevant functional areas to enhance customer satisfaction, improve service delivery and ensure customer retention.&nbsp;• Seek opportunities for increased and profitable sales on new and existing accounts&nbsp;• Identify and contact prospective customers, assess customer needs and match with own products/ service/ alternative products/ services. New Business (Business Development)&nbsp;• Administer field sales plans and processes to achieve sales objectives and revenue growth for a defined geographic region, product line or market segment&nbsp;• Explore opportunities to for increased and profitable sales on new and existing accounts&nbsp;• Identify and contact prospective customers, assess customer needs and match with own products/ service/ alternative products/ services&nbsp;• Lead and share sales presentations, bids, etc., provide product/ service information and follow up on quotes to close business with the prospect&nbsp;• Responsible for the coordination of sales efforts for the geographic location, and provide information on competitors and suppliers to product management Target achievement (Agreed cost to company target)&nbsp;• The acquisition of new customers&nbsp;&nbsp;• Generation of quality leads&nbsp; Sales Calls&nbsp;• 8 customer engagements per week&nbsp;• Log customer engagements within MDS&nbsp; Data analysis and Reporting&nbsp;• Analyse and report on sales opportunities monthly to understand emerging trends within the market and industry.&nbsp;• Ensuring timeous communication to management on any potential changes within the customer’s business, industry and potential risk&nbsp;&nbsp;• Provide accurate monthly sales pack data to be used within ROSE calculation.&nbsp; MDS Quality&nbsp;• All client records should always be maintained with updated accurate customer details pertaining to:&nbsp;&nbsp;- Customer contact details&nbsp;&nbsp;- Contact name, email, current telephone number and job title&nbsp;&nbsp;- Opportunity naming conventions including correct verticals, sub verticals and revenue products.&nbsp;&nbsp;- Accurate Estimated closing dates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Accurate Client Revenue projections&nbsp;• Regularly correct issues or problems in existing systems and processes and make minor changes to achieve the enhancements in day-to-day activities.&nbsp; Minimum Requirements:• Excellent Communication and presentation skills.&nbsp;• Strong analytical skills.&nbsp;• Strong Networker.&nbsp;• Team player but also self-sufficient.&nbsp;• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in International Freight Management.&nbsp;• Good understanding of Import/Export procedures and Incoterms.&nbsp;• Good client relationship management, communication and presentation skills.&nbsp;• Valid driver’s License and own vehicle.&nbsp;• Ability to present the company services and group in a professional manner&nbsp;• Willingness to acquire new skills and gain knowledge.&nbsp;• Work well under pressure, adhere to deadlines and be a self-starter.&nbsp;• Ability to work independently and be a team player simultaneously.&nbsp;• Must take ownership of the position, be dedicated and innovative.&nbsp;• Geographical and geopolitical knowledge, ability to interface and communicate with different cultures is essential.&nbsp;• Microsoft office – Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook&nbsp;• Internet explorer&nbsp;• Matric&nbsp;• Diploma/Degree in Logistics or Marketing Management or similar degree/diploma/qualification (Freight Forwarding Industry).&nbsp;• Microsoft office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Cargo-wise 1.&nbsp;

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Process freight invoices for payment. Investigating and resolving freight invoices that are on hold for review.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure transportation carriers are paid within established payment terms.</li><li>Audit rates and freight invoices for accuracy. Ensure systems are updated with missing and incorrect information.&nbsp;</li><li>Interface with transportation providers and company Transportation Associates to resolve invoice discrepancies and communicate payment details.</li><li>Run and distribute reports as required. Need to be MIS report savvy with understanding of all latest tools.</li><li>Support all financial audit request related to internal and external audit of freight payments.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure to monitor &amp; work on open accruals &amp; thereby ensuring aging between accruals vs invoice postings is kept to 30days or less.</li><li>Drive, monitor &amp; track the hard copies against the transaction entries in SAP with an objective to ensure on-time payment.</li><li>Involve in VAS handling validation &amp; be primary face of contact for carriers. Proactively drive &amp; address all open issues/queries in an organized manner.</li><li>Initiate &amp; drive process improvements by standardizing &amp; defining the process.</li><li>Work in testing and give feedback.</li><li>Support on Project related queries &amp; be backup to project team member</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Finance related&nbsp;</li><li>0-3 years relevant experience in logistics or accounting related activities in product/manufacturing/ Shared Services.&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of accounts payable functions and procedures.</li><li>Expertise on advanced excel &amp; other Microsoft tools.</li><li>Special Qualifications, Knowledge &amp; Skills</li><li>Familiarity with electronic invoicing.</li><li>Prior experience with transportation / logistics software a plus</li><li>Strong Documenting knowledge backed up with analytical skills.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Language requirement: English</li></ul>

Key Responsibilities• Create an inquisitive culture within the operations team to promote situational awareness of bulk commodity movements, trends, corridors, potential clients and networks.&nbsp;• Manage the operations function and all related resources for single/multiple accounts.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Ensure sound customer relations are established and maintained.&nbsp;• Oversee the financial performance of the operation.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Maintain a safe working environment for all staff and visitors.&nbsp;• Manage and implement tactical and operational outcomes and responsibilities.&nbsp;• Projects (parcel orders) executed as per committed time frames.&nbsp;• Actively manage Subcontractor KPI’s to ensure service delivery standards are maintained.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Formulate operational plans for the operations team ensuring the BU’s attains its objectives.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Help develop and implement growth strategies for the business units.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Holding regular client performance reviews to align to the client’s strategies.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Establish and maintain customer centricity. Ensure this attitude and behaviour is instilled amongst the operations team.• Manage corporate governance compliance and SHEQ compliance together with the SHEQ Manager.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Talent management and succession planning to meet business and individual needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Drive transformation and skills development.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Creating and maintaining a climate and culture of high performance, this includes development and coaching.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Maintain preferential procurement spending targets.&nbsp;• Review reports and monitor performance while ensuring reports evolve with business changes and requirements.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Negotiate favorable rates to ensure business profitability and cost savings for the client.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Identify opportunities to take value proposition to the next level.&nbsp;&nbsp;• Translate strategy into action.&nbsp; Minimum Requirements• Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) • Up to 8 years of experience in a similar environment with at least 5 years operational leadership or specialist experience.&nbsp; COMPETENCIES • Adaptability • Resilience • Interpersonal skills • Problem solving and analysis • Oral communication • Written communication • Quality conscious • Customer service and orientation • Leadership • Planning and organizing • Decision making PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES • High work ethic. • Self-motivated and proactive. • Integrity and accountability. • Passion and Energy: Passionate about finding solutions, positive and “can do” attitude and attention to detail. • Recognition and respect: Professionalism, ability to build and maintain professional relationships. • Commitment and pride: Flexibility in approach and thinking, involvement and contribution to employer and industry.

Reponsibilities: <ul><li>Manage correct inventory holding at factory mother warehouses and manage end to end VAS activities of kitting, bundling and other product customization with delivery on time and within budget.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage primary stock movements from plan t to C&amp;FA’s to meet the demand basis sales estimates.</li><li>Ensure the multiple warehouse locations are serviced adequately to meet the demand including for exports markets.&nbsp;</li><li>Integrate and upgrade work systems in contemporary technological landscape.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage the Quality Audits at the WH to meet Standards.&nbsp;</li><li>Making sure that the CFA/3PL adhere to the EHS requirements.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage the 3PL contracts at all Plants/Warehouses for the Logistics Operations.&nbsp;</li><li>Managing complexities of LIFO and FIFO arising due to promotions, new product launches.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor finished goods inventories to meet the overall CWC objectives.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage the distribution function and provide support for annual budgeting exercise for distribution</li><li>Negotiate and finalize contract for freight rates for primary and secondary distribution and with C&amp;FA for fixed payment.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that we are meeting the ZBB targets.&nbsp;</li><li>Identifying cost reduction opportunities by developing new transporters, altern ate &amp; cost effective modes of transport, optimizing warehouse space.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage the CFAs to ensure compliance to company policies and guidelines an d reports exceptions (if any).&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor slow and non-moving stocks at CFA locations, update the sales team regularly, and plan to salvage the ageing stocks to avoid potential write-o ffs due to expiry of products and short dated stocks.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor actual distribution cost and FG inventories. Analyze variances and report exceptions.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage planning and distribution network optimization and long -term capacity planning for production as well as warehousing and distribution.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage regulatory requirements.</li><li>Support the business on new product launches.&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct the evaluation process for transporters and C&amp;FAs and provide the feedback for continuous improvements.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage and develop the people in the logistics team and the CFA teams by identifying gaps and by ensuring their participation in training and development programs to overcome these gaps.&nbsp;</li><li>Together with the Operations Manager to Support the Innovation Process to deliver SC solutions for NPD at all co-packers and the manufacturers where contract obligations are set.&nbsp;</li><li>Customer Service ethos developed and implemented.&nbsp;</li><li>Customer service performance managed.&nbsp;</li><li>Corporate reputation managed.&nbsp;</li><li>Legislative compliance ensured.&nbsp;</li><li>Stock risk managed.&nbsp;</li><li>SOP/IBP in place and adhered to.&nbsp;</li><li>Daily, weekly and monthly reports compiled.&nbsp;</li><li>Team performance optimized.</li></ul> Requirements: Preferred Education, Skill &amp; Experience: <ul><li>Engineering with postgraduate qualification in Operations Management.&nbsp;</li><li>Min 10 years’ experience in supply planning, customers service, warehousing and logistics area.</li><li>Good Negotiation skills, analytical skills and flair for numbers are requisites. Interpersonal skills to work across functions.</li><li>A mind creative enough to identify and recommend corrective actions is a desirable.&nbsp;</li><li>People Management experience.&nbsp;</li></ul> Sufficient / in depth, knowledge of: <ul><li>Computer literacy including good command on Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>SAP.</li><li>Six sigma or LEAN manufacturing.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Develop and implement strategies to align organizational and departmental objectives.</li><li>Oversee performance requirements, manage budgets, and administer project schedules.</li><li>Assess risk and ensure compliance within projects handled by the team.</li><li>Mentor engineers, fostering growth and nurturing talent within the organization.</li><li>Resolve technical and operational challenges impacting the high-speed cable assembly team.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as sales, product management, and field engineering.</li><li>Plan and execute special projects to improve workflow efficiency and enhance capabilities.</li><li>Interact with customers and suppliers to gather insights and translate them into actionable product requirements.</li><li>Establish and utilize technical networks within and outside the organization. Contribute to industry standards for high-speed cable assembly products.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. 12+ years of engineering product development experience.</li><li>5+ years of experience in engineering management. Industry experience in connectors and cable assembly preferred, especially high-speed cable assemblies.</li><li>Full product development lifecycle experience, from customer requirements to production release. Proficiency in 3D CAD, CAE applications, and GD&amp;T.</li><li>Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including PCB, bulk cable, stamping, molding, plating, and assembly.</li><li>Experience in design for manufacturability to meet mechanical, environmental, electrical, and cost requirements.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal communication and cross-functional team collaboration skills.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership and accountability in a global work environment.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Market Researcher: <ul><li>Conducts research on the automotive market, including consumer behavior, industry trends, and competitive analysis.</li></ul> Data Analyst: <ul><li>Gathers and analyzes data from various sources to identify key market insights and trends.</li><li>Product Evaluator: Assesses vehicle models, technologies, and innovations to provide insights on their market potential.</li><li>Competitive Analyst: Monitors and evaluates competitors’ strategies, market share, and</li></ul> Product offerings. <ul><li>Regulatory Monitor: Tracks changes in automotive regulations and their impact on the market.</li></ul> Consumer Insight Specialist:<ul><li>Gathers and interprets consumer feedback to understand preferences and needs.</li></ul> Forecasting Expert: <ul><li>Develops market forecasts and predicts trends for the automotive industry.</li></ul> Strategic Advisor: <ul><li>Provides recommendations to stakeholders and senior management based on research findings.</li></ul> Conducting Market Research: <ul><li>Research automotive trends, market conditions, and consumer preferences.</li><li>Identify new opportunities in the market, such as emerging segments (e.g., electric vehicles, autonomous cars).</li></ul> Data Collection and Analysis: <ul><li>Collect data from multiple sources such as surveys, government reports, industry publications, and sales figures.</li><li>Analyze market data to provide insights into vehicle sales, pricing, and consumer demand.</li></ul> Preparing Reports: <ul><li>Generate detailed reports and presentations with actionable insights for management or clients.</li><li>Create and maintain databases tracking industry trends, company performance, and sales data.</li></ul> Evaluating Products and Technologies: <ul><li>Assess and evaluate new car models, technologies, and innovations (e.g., electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles).</li><li>Provide detailed analysis of vehicle performance, safety, fuel efficiency, and environmental compliance.</li></ul> Competitive and Industry Analysis: <ul><li>Monitor competitors’ activities in the automotive sector, including pricing, product offerings, and market positioning.</li><li>Conduct SWOT analysis of key competitors and identify potential threats or opportunities in the market.</li></ul> Monitoring Regulatory Changes: <ul><li>Stay updated on new automotive regulations such as emission standards, safety requirements, and environmental policies.</li><li>Evaluate the impact of regulatory changes on car manufacturing, consumer preferences, and sales.</li></ul> Understanding Consumer Preferences: <ul><li>Collect and analyze consumer feedback through surveys, focus groups, and online reviews.</li><li>Identify key factors influencing consumer purchasing decisions (e.g., price, features, brand loyalty).</li></ul> Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: <ul><li>Work closely with marketing, product development, and sales teams to ensure research aligns with business goals.</li><li>Provide actionable insights and recommendations to help teams develop strategies for product launch or improvement.</li></ul> Technology and Innovation Tracking: <ul><li>Research new automotive technologies and innovations, including electric vehicles, hybrid cars, and autonomous driving technologies.</li><li>Assess the impact of these innovations on market dynamics, and consumer preferences, and guide product development strategies.</li></ul> Forecasting Trends: <ul><li>Analyze current data to forecast future market trends, including growth areas or potential market disruptions.</li><li>Provide strategic insights on where the market is heading and the opportunities available for business development.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Minimum Experience - 1 year</li><li>Maximum Experience - 5 years</li><li>Education Qualification: Post graduate</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Providing leadership to both APAC and EMEA rate audit/invoice verification teams.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that the optimal workload is assigned to each resource and the day to day services are delivered without compromising quality.&nbsp;</li><li>Process accurate and timely payment through review and audit of out of tolerance supplier invoices.&nbsp;</li><li>Reduce invoice that are out of tolerance by performing analysis to determine solution recommendations.&nbsp;</li><li>Correspond effectively and responsively with suppliers regarding their invoice status.&nbsp;</li><li>This position will require that the applicant have the ability to work across time-zones with other company offices. Dependability will be crucial to support members of the extended team located in other company offices.&nbsp;</li><li>Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP R3, and related software program applications preferred</li><li>Interact and communicate effectively with the extended team, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Suppliers</li><li>Good business knowledge of Logistics, Freight Payment, Supply Chain is added advantage&nbsp;</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>3-5 in accounts payable, contract management, or procurement tasks (ideal candidate will have experience in SAP and execution of freight payment)</li><li>Bachelor’s Degree - fields of Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, Accounts Payable, or related areas or relevant experience</li></ul>

The RoleLead Luanda Ports &amp; Terminals Operations. Control daily Container, GC/Bulk operations, Planning, and Safety; plan and monitor terminal capacity to ensure the necessary capacity based on business forecasts and to achieve the Companys profit, revenue, and operational goals.The position is responsible for overseeing daily port activities, ensuring efficient operations, compliance with safety standards, and alignment with business goals. This role includes strategic planning, capacity management, stakeholder engagement, and promoting a culture of safety and excellence in line with policies and Principles.&nbsp; Key Responsibilities• Implement, direct, and administer the general policies established; develop the Business Units annual and long-term (business) plans, and plan, develop, and approve specific policies, programs, procedures, and operational methods in line with the general policies.• Ensure there are adequate resources, skilled labour, and equipment to sufficiently support daily operations.• Plan, develop, and implement strategies to accommodate terminal capacity expansion to meet current and future organizational needs.• Take a leadership role in establishing performance indicators for all operational directorate functions and monitor performance against operational goals.• Conduct weekly meetings to report on terminal performance and other significant activities.• Maintain close contact with shipping companies, logistics firms, customs agents, transportation companies, customs authorities, port authorities, and other legal authorities to ensure their requirements are met.• Establish port operations according to plans, standards, and procedures consistent with global policies.• Establish and implement current and long-term goals, objectives, plans, and policies for port operations, technical activities, and expansion.• Provide input for effective strategies to operate the terminal at optimal levels within operational opportunities and constraints.• Be responsible for leading most of the main functions of the Port, maintaining and creating safe working conditions while ensuring and maintaining high productivity and economical operations.• Take a leadership role in selecting, negotiating, and finalizing agreements with suppliers and customers, and where appropriate, be responsible for executing and maintaining agreed service levels.• Provide a working strategy for the IT function and support and contribute to technological and systems development as applicable to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and customer service.• Ensure compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) policies and procedures.&nbsp; OTHER• Act as an ambassador at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with the companys Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.• Perform other related duties as assigned.• Implement improvements in work methods, making the necessary recommendations and changes to achieve greater operational efficiency;• Operational Planning Minimum RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS• Relevant tertiary qualification EXPERIENCE• Minimum of 8-10 years relevant work experience, in a Ports &amp; terminals environment.• Fluent in Portuguese and English• Good computer skills at the user level;• Strong knowledge of port activities.• Organizational skills.• Ability to work under pressure.• Proactive and adaptive profile;• Commitment to confidentiality.&nbsp; SKILLS• Business acumen: The ability to understand financial and economic concepts and principles; to identify, create and/or exploit opportunities, and evaluate business growth and sustainability.• Client centricity: Invest in building relationships, understand client requirements and ensure high standards of quality outputs. Ensure continuous tracking of trends, market information and development to meet future client needs.• Improvement orientation: The ability to explore, identify, learn and implement new and creative ways to improve processes, value chain effectiveness, service delivery and cost optimisation.• Interpersonal effectiveness: Establish effective interpersonal relations with key stakeholders to enable functional integration. Establish a culture that values and embraces diversity and inclusiveness of people and ideas.• Personal courage: Provides constructive feedback in a manner that inspires accountability and self-redirection amongst colleagues and subordinates. Provides an environment for robust debate and open discussion amongst colleagues within a functional area.• Strategic orientation: Analyse and evaluate the commercial environment and business factors through systematic processes and incorporating these insights towards building a viable operational strategy at a multiple value chain level. Translates the enterprise strategy into targets &amp; operational plans for a multiple value chain function. Develops and implements solutions at a functional level to address actions emanating from insights, either to mitigate critical risk or capitalise on opportunity. Explains the strategic direction of the organisation to others.• Written and verbal communication, including technical writing skills and ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to clients and internal teams.• Time management: comfortable working under pressure with stringent deadlines and complex deliverables. Flexible hours to achieve deliverables (sometimes required to work in addition to/outside of normal business hours).• Plan, manage and be responsible for own time management according to tasks priorities with a high attention to detail.• Self-motivated and proactive.• Able to think logical and objectively with the ability to be innovative in approach and solution design / problem solving.• Exceptional analytical skills.

Role Description: <ul><li>The Head of Freight Forwarding Commercial SSA is responsible for developing the business within assigned industry verticals in SSA, focusing on new customers, geographic development, and Freight Forwarding sales activities across the SSA Region.</li><li>This role will involve leading the creation of trade lane strategies and products, leveraging Freight Forwarding and other relevant capabilities in the Region, and developing specific products to enhance trade through key assets and capabilities in the Region. This role will foster design build and integrate products and solutions that bring Africa to the world to Africa.</li><li>Responsible for integrating sales and operations planning for accurate strategy development and forecasting, and providing relevant reporting to stakeholders to guide and measure sales strategies and impact.</li><li>Collaboration and integration with Regional and Global business development teams will be key, and the role will require strong focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, team leadership and managing key strategic Regional accounts.</li><li>In addition he/she will be tasked with maintaining and growing the existing book of business for the defined regional accounts through successful contract renewal strategies and addressing scope change opportunities commercially within the existing business.&nbsp;</li></ul> Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead the creation, implementation, and oversight of a comprehensive business development and sales strategy for the Freight Forwarding capability for our client. This includes identifying new market opportunities, cultivating customer relationships, and driving sales growth to achieve and exceed revenue targets. Ensure strategic alignment with organizational goals and maintain a competitive edge in the market through innovative solutions and effective execution.</li><li>Lead the development and implementation of trade lane strategies and products, and ensure multiple regional interactions and integration. Oversee the discovery, planning, and execution of these strategies and creating, defining, and monitoring key initiatives.</li><li>Ensure that external regions are aligned to the trade lane strategies and multi-regional trade lane teams are established to drive aligned outcomes.Design and develop solutions for products that enable increased trade across the Region, and deploy sales teams and/or industry vertical solution teams accordingly.</li><li>Develop strategies and solutions that enable FF to become the integrating capability across both regions and capabilities within regions – measurement of share of wallet captured for FF customers must increase 9through the development of cross selling strategies)</li><li>Integrate sales and operations planning within the SSA Freight Forwarding capability, and also with the broader SSA commercial and global commercial teams to ensure we drive the SSA end-to-end strategy and optimise the sales teams that we have in place.</li><li>Oversee the accurate and timely reporting of business development and sales performance metrics. This includes preparing regular reports, analyzing data to identify trends, and providing actionable recommendations to sales teams and other stakeholders to inform strategic and operational decision-making and ensure alignment with business objectives.</li><li>Oversee and provide guidance to branch level sales teams, leveraging their data and insights to develop and refine products and solutions that align with market demands and drive business growth.</li><li>Foster and maintain collaborative relationships across departments and external stakeholders to align business development and sales strategies with organizational objectives. Drive cross- functional teamwork to enhance market penetration, customer satisfaction, and revenue growth.</li><li>Act as the Develop and distribute a monthly trade lane pack containing critical insights for the sales team.</li><li>Identify and analyze specific products, trade flows, and customer data in monthly reports to facilitate regional connectivity and strategic planning.</li><li>Act as custodian for SSA trade lane data and ensure the accuracy and relevance of data through regular maintenance and updates to support informed strategic decision-making. Develop and distribute a monthly trade lane pack containing critical insights for relevant stakeholders and sales teams.</li><li>Meet and exceed financial growth targets for the assigned industry verticals, countries and expand our geographic and solutions offering footprint with these accounts across our clients service portfolio.</li><li>Identify and develop relationships with key decision makers at all levels within a customer.</li><li>Maintain understanding of customers’ expectations relative to operational solutions, costs and results.</li><li>Understand the customers business (strategically, operationally, financially).</li><li>Understand the customers buying process and identify all influences, intimately understanding their requirements.</li><li>Maintain an up-to-date pipeline of current and future opportunities, quantifying number of opportunities, value of the opportunity and managing the probability to win.</li><li>Coordinate RFQs for new business opportunities and renewals of existing business with assigned accounts engaging other functions as required and own the commercial relationship and contract negotiations.</li><li>Follow the internal commercial process, procedures and thresholds.</li><li>Support commercial, pricing and freight desk functions.</li><li>Partners with colleagues in other regions on broader opportunities for select customers.</li><li>Lead the our clients HR agenda, including the effective management of workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance management, reward and recognition, talent management, and employee relations in line with policies and procedures</li><li>Drive the development of a healthy, high performance culture across the Commercial capability, in alignment with our clients cultural objectives.</li><li>Lead the our clients Technology agenda, including key digital projects such as defining and supporting the implementation of best-in-class commercial/sales processes and systems (e.g. CRM – Customer Relationship Management, etc.).</li><li>Ensure, contribute and manage the implementation of continuous improvement, health, safety and sustainability best practice projects relevant to the Commercial capability.</li><li>Interpret and ensure compliance to relevant regulatory requirements.</li></ul> Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration for Freight Forwarding and Logistics</li><li>Proven track record of having consistently achieved on a sales quota at a relevant scale&nbsp;</li></ul> EXPERIENCE <ul><li>Have a minimum of 8 years’ experience within the transport, logistics, or freight forwarding industry, or similar service industry</li><li>Significant sales experience • Leading and managing a team</li><li>Work experience in Africa for at least 5 years</li><li>Experience in Freight Forwarding Industry across multiple verticals</li><li>Exposure to and working knowledge of all facets of contractual requirements&nbsp;</li></ul> SKILLS <ul><li>Business Expertise/ Acumen: Applies in-depth knowledge of the economic, commercial and political issues to build and grow the business with impactful outcomes and influence industry performance; anticipates industry trends. In-depth understanding of the freight forwarding and logistics industry, including knowledge of international trade regulations, shipping practices, and market dynamics.</li><li>Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement strategic business development plans that align with company objectives and market trends, including identifying growth opportunities and competitive positioning.</li><li>Sales Leadership: Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate sales teams across multiple locations, setting clear goals, providing coaching, and driving performance to achieve revenue targets.</li><li>Customer Relationship Management: Builds enduring and rewarding customer relationships and actively manages customer satisfaction and loyalty.</li><li>Business Development: Analyse new and existing clients, their needs and able to formulate possible solutions that could meet these needs, based on an in-depth understanding of company service offerings. Able to navigate through potential client organisations, identifying decision- makers, uncovering their unmet needs, and concisely demonstrating the value that business development can add to their organisations. In-depth understanding of market and client segmentation &amp; profiling as well as the analysis of market trends, as well as understanding of the sales cycle and process, including facilitating a deal to closure.</li><li>Strong communication skills - You are an exceptional listener. You communicate clearly. You write exceptionally well and you speak eloquently. You can explain just about anything to anyone. You’re comfortable on the phone or to groups of people – at any level. You are incredibly tactful when delivering the facts.</li><li>Problem solving - You enjoy solving problems. Getting to the root cause. You love taking on difficult challenges and finding creative, innovative solutions. You don’t get flustered easily. If you don’t know the answer, you’ll dig until you find it. • Exceptional critical thinking skills - you can identify gaps in logic and underlying causes of issues; You think on your feet. You like learning new things, and you can learn quickly.</li><li>Strong collaborator - You can work independently because you self-manage, with limited direction and guidance, but you also enjoy collaborating across dynamic and multi-cultural teams and are personable, helpful, and incredibly organised.</li><li>Results oriented - You are proactive in handling competing priorities and meet your deadlines and commitments; you always demonstrate a “can do” positive attitude.</li><li>Confidentiality - You consider and protect the confidentiality of company data at ALL times.</li><li>IT skills - You are highly proficient in the full Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel and PowerPoint.</li><li>Flexibility to travel - You are ready to travel between 40 - 50% of the time. Languages - You speak and write fluent English – additional languages are a bonus.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Responsibilities:On a weekly basis, review the Material Resource Plan (MRP) output and align requirements based on the latest version of the artwork for printed packaging components. Upon finalizing the requirements convert/consolidate planned orders to Purchase ordersOn a daily basis, analyze, approve and communicate orders to the suppliers. This will include new orders and/or changes to previous releases. Initiates follow up on orders placed; expedite deliveriesKeep the Purchasing Manager and Master Production Scheduler informed of delivery changes that might affect productionMonitor and report quality and delivery metrics of supplied lots on a monthly basis to monitor and report quality and delivery dates weeklyPerform priority Quality Control (QC) testingReview and update open purchased order reportApprove and process requisitionsAttend weekly bulk and packaging meetingPrepare updates for new product launchesCommunication with label compliance on new or revised label and outset changesMonitor inventory performance against plan and initiate actions where variances arise. Take corrective action on those items that are not within established inventory levels. Follow up any claims to suppliers that may arise on purchased materials.Review weekly and monthly shortagesMaintain control of packaging changes to assure that these changes are introduced efficiently and write offs are reduced to a minimum.Provide forecasts to suppliers on Active Ingredients and Packaging Components based on the MRP requirements.Anticipate emergency conditions such as vendor strikes, supply chain issues or shut downs and take necessary actions to reduce their effect on operationsProvide forecast to key suppliersReview Accounts Payable (AP) issuesRequirements:Education & ExperienceBachelors’ Degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university in a Finance, Logistics, or Business discipline.Minimum of 5 years’ experience in structured planning environment or equivalent combination of education and experienceAdvanced expertise in MRP / systems supported planningWorking knowledge of SAP preferred

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