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20 Dec 2014

Full-Time Looking for Assistant Manager

NDO Lanka (Pvt) Ltd – Posted by Anushka - Advertising manager –  Anywhere

Job Description

With offices in 25 Countries across 5 continents and a team of 43,000 employees, Norbert Dentressangle is one of Europe’s largest and fastest growing Logistics Companies with an ever expanding Global Network.

Norbert Dentressangle Overseas – The Air & Sea Division of Norbert Dentressangle have now commenced Operations in South Asia,in partnership with the John Keells Group. We seek to recruit a high performing and an experienced individual for our organization.

Assistant Manager – Project Cargo Operations

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for overseeing the  Project Logistics activities including Customs Clearance , Transport and Storage requirements for a large scale construction project, whilst identifying new opportunities to develop the Project Cargo Vertical.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Daily co-ordination with the with Project Managers in the management and execution of project logistics.
  • Provide timely status and shipment reports on all activities.
  • Identify the most cost efficient Project Logistics Solutions in line with the Project Contractor’s service requirements and deadlines.
  • Liaise with Project Contractor’s Operations department for any discrepancies between release and Suppliers preliminary documents.
  • Coordinate shipments with service providers and other NDO offices worldwide
  • Assist vendors to complete Import and Export formalities including B.O.I and other  Statutory requirements if required and within company established guidelines.
  • Ensure coherency between vendors commercial doc, shipping release and transport document
  • Communicate with Project Contractor on any discrepancies and/or exceptions found in freight instructions/documents.

Experience and Qualities Required

You will be a well-rounded Supply Chain Professional experienced in all areas of Import / Export compliance with a proven track record of managing logistics for large construction or infrastructure projects.  You will possess the following skills:

  • Previous experience with infrastructure projects is a desired.
  • Working knowledge of developing proposals for Project Logistics which includes solutions involving special equipment and vehicles.
  • Thorough knowledge of Project Cargo related statutory requirements and the approval process.
  • Ability to effectively deal with governmental agencies.
  • Ability to negotiate local terms and conditions with preferred service providers.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Strong ability to anticipate and mitigate any potential issues related to the Project related Import and Export activities.
  • Ability to work well with people at all levels including other nationalities.

All applications received will be treated in strict confidence.

How to Apply

Please apply via email to : NDOhr.lk@norbert-dentressangle.com with CV containing details of two non-related referees.  Please state “Assistant Manager – Project Cargo Operations” in the subject line of the email.

Job Categories: Other. Job Types: Full-Time.

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