Aikan
HR Consultants is one of Uganda’s leading HR consulting companies and trusted
strategic HR advisory partner. Its services include aikan Jobs™, aikan Recruitment™,
aikan Internship™, aikan Leasing™, aikan Payroll™ and aikan OD.™

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure that all contracts are correctly
executed, especially regarding quality, quantity, destination as well as
shipping period / means for all commodities
The jobholder will maximize the efficiency of
turnaround of capital invested in stocks through timely stock movements,
invoicing and credit control
Regularly check and ensure accuracy of the
export documentation detail
Build, strengthen and manage relationships
with the company’s buyers, forwarders, customs and government agencies
Manage the company’s fleet of vehicles,
supervise fleet maintenance and transport of goods
Oversee stock management in Uganda and DRC as
well as control all imports on behalf of the companies
Manage the relationships with certifiers such
as for Certified Organic and UTZ and monitor tracking information of
certified cocoa
Ensure loading and shipping schedules are
updated, in order and properly communicated both internally and to clients
The incumbent will constantly monitor news
and information about forwarding and shipping with a view towards finding
out more competitive means of exporting the company’s goods
Visit upcountry locations in both Uganda and
DR Congo with a view to relieving bottlenecks and improving the through
flow of goods
Guide the Managing Director on marketing
products in tandem with varying levels of production through the year. To
monitor the physical stock position and advice on sales
Report any export or audit concerns to the MD
or the relevant department in time for action
Make a periodic report to management on
shipping issues

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should hold a Business or
Logistics related degree or equivalent
Possession of a qualification in clearing and
forwarding
At least three years’ experience working with
an exporting or forwarding firm at a management level
Good working knowledge of French is essential
Eagerness to promote the company’s mission
and subscribe to the firm’s core values
A background in agriculture would be an added
advantage
Computer Skills; Microsoft Word, Excel, Data
management
High concern for detail, accuracy and
standards
Excellent interpersonal skills
Customer service orientation
Proactive work ethics, decision making
ability, flexibility, patience and persistence required
Capacity to work in a demanding environment
and a desire to take on challenges

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates should
send their applications by clicking on this Opens the employer’s application pageApply Now →.

Please
upload the following in your application; an updated CV / resume (PDF or Word
Format) which should include your contact information and three work related
references and a one page statement describing your suitability for the role
should be included.

Deadline: 31^st March 2016

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