Regional Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist (Automotive – Sub-Saharan Africa)

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POSITION INFO:

Are you a logistics professional with a passion for precision, process, and people? Our client, a respected automotive manufacturer with operations across Sub-Saharan Africa, is seeking a Regional Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist to drive efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction across its SSA network.

About the Role

In this dynamic position, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping after-sales logistics performance across multiple African markets. You’ll coordinate cross-border operations, manage import/export documentation, monitor inventory flow, and drive cost-effective, compliant supply chain practices from factory to dealer.

Your work will ensure that parts, people, and processes align seamlessly to deliver best-in-class service to the company’s SSA partners and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and optimise after-sales logistics processes across SSA markets.

• Coordinate international shipping, customs, and bonded stock compliance.

• Oversee importer back orders, inventory demand, and freight partner performance.

• Support packaging, warehouse scheduling, and inbound delivery planning.

• Ensure full compliance with regional trade and customs regulations.

• Conduct basket pricing studies and contribute to cost-reduction initiatives.

• Lead or support training initiatives for new model launches and supply chain efficiency.

• Conduct process audits and maintain ISO 9001 / VDA 6.1 conformance.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, Quality Management, or Engineering.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the automotive logistics sector.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing lead times, quality systems, and warehouse operations.

• Hands-on experience with import/export logistics, trade compliance, and cross-border coordination.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word).

• Willingness to travel across SSA markets.

Highly Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Volkswagen or other OEM logistics systems (EPIS, ETKA, ET2000, EWM).

• Strong understanding of HS codes, tariff optimisation, and SSA trade compliance.

Why Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a leading global brand’s regional growth and customer service excellence—while expanding your expertise in international logistics within the fast-evolving African automotive landscape.