Inbound Logistics & Customs Clearance:
· Oversee & manage all inbound shipments to Egypt, including importation of raw materials and finished goods.
· Ensure efficient customs clearance processes, working closely with agents and government bodies to minimize delays and compliance risks in a cost-effective manner.
· Coordinate with Commercial/Sales teams, suppliers and freight forwarders to manage timelines and documentation for sea, air, and land freight shipments.
Warehousing Operations:
· Lead all warehousing activities, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and dispatch.
· Implement and maintain proper warehouse layout, safety protocols, and stock accuracy.
· Ensure all warehousing operations are aligned with Co. procedures and Quality standards, ISO or industry standards and business requirements.
Outbound Logistics (Export):
· Liaise with Commercial/Sales teams to ensure that all outbound shipments from Egypt to Sudan and other target markets are smoothly processed according to requested shipping instructions.
· Ensure accurate and timely preparation of export documentation, regulatory compliance, and coordination with freight providers.
· Track all shipments to ensure safe and timely delivery.
· Address bottlenecks, manage risks in cross-border logistics, and ensure full visibility over the supply chain flow.
Stakeholder Management:
· Liaise with customs agents, shipping lines, freight forwarders, logistics service providers, warehouse contractors, and internal Production/Commercial/Quality teams.
· Negotiate and manage performance of 3rd party logistics partners.
Reporting & Compliance:
· Maintain accurate logistics and inventory records.
· Develop and report KPIs on logistics cost, lead time, service levels, and compliance.
· Ensure adherence to local and international trade regulations.
· Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
· Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in logistics, warehousing, and cross-border trade, preferably in FMCG or trading environments.
· Proven experience handling import/export operations, customs clearance in Egypt, and managing transit shipments.
· Strong knowledge of warehousing best practices and ERP/WMS systems.
· Experience working with logistics between Egypt, Sudan, and Kenya is a strong plus.
· Experience in using ERP systems
· Fluency in Arabic and English is required.