Officer, Commercial - Transit Store

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Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Job Purpose

Assist in coordination of collection, consolidation and dispatch of nationally-sourced supplies and imported goods in local transit to FQM Trident

Job Responsibility

In engaging, oversight and direction of the activities of local delivery transporters
as instructed with import clearance of personal effects for staff inbound to site
as required in coordination of transport and documentation for national and international repair and return items
Maintain close contact with Procurement Expediting and with Copperbelt and Lusaka suppliers in order to ensure earliest cost-effective delivery to site
Play a co-ordinating and support role in the despatch and collection of repair and return items both locally and internationally, as required
Examine and verify for payment all local goods transport invoices and ensure such invoices are covered by corresponding system freight instructions
Ensure that loading staff and collecting drivers and vehicles comply with:
- site safety standards
- national transportation standards
- environmental laws, procedures and processes
Maintain any reporting systems set up by management or supervisory staff
Perform any other duties as and when assigned by the Clearing and Transport Supervisor

Specific Competencies

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of PRONTO
Familiarity with Customs clearing regulations and practice
Familiarity with Company administrative structure and practices
Familiarity with practices, processes and procedures throughout the logistics chain

Job Attributes

Constantly aware of safety issues
Hard working, self-motivating, energetic, meticulous and focused
Honest, responsible and dependable
Respects deadlines
Welcomes and seeks out personal and workplace improvement
High ability to work independently and yet in close collaboration with colleagues
High level of self-motivation and capacity for initiative
Good communication and organisational skills

Experience and Qualifications

At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role in any manufacturing or similar industry
Grade 12 Certificate
ZCILT qualification
Any tertiary qualification is added advantage

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