Vice President: West Africa Region | Freight Forwarding

Finance Manager

Materials Planning Supervisor

Logistics Analyst

Finance Analyst III – Plant Operations

Supply Chain Manager

Quality Assurance Associate

The Role: Manage and drive the Clearing and Forwarding businesses in the West Africa region, to ensure sustainable business growth and performance. The applicant will need to initiate the Freight Forwarding network and footprint expansion strategy across the West Africa Region, to implement Ocean &amp; Air product procurement strategies in key West Africa Region Countries, to implement key Trade Lane strategies, ensuring strategic compliance across the Western African network, and mitigating risk associated to contract liability with network offices/partners. Key Responsibilities: • Network&nbsp;To grow Freight Forwarding competence across the region through.o Bolstering Freight Forwarding competence within existing freight forwarding operations in the West Africa Regiono Maintaining and expanding existing partner agent relationships and opening their services to our global officeso Collaborating with partners in key geographies and opening their services to our global officeso Partnering, Leveraging, and Acquiring new freight forwarding businesseso Collaborating and enhancing business between the global officeso Ensure that each Business unit sets and meets its budgetary requirements, as set out by the EVP FFSSA.o Ensure that the Global ERP system and financial systems are implemented and functional in all Business unitso The People and Culture objectives are set out and achievedo Financial performance goals are meto To grow Freight Forwarding across the region througho Implementation of customs services and compliance thereofo Implementation of Air and Ocean operational teams to facilitate the throughput of shipmentso Collaborating and enhancing business between business units • Business Developmento To develop business within the West Africa Region and other tradeso Developing marketing strategies internally and externally for alignment and maximum exposure and expansion (new &amp; existing) businesso Collaborating with Regional Commercial, Sales, Product, Operations and Trade Lane teams to execute strategies for maximum market growth and benefit across the various pillars.o Analysing market data and KPI’s to adjust to market demands • Strategy&nbsp;o Staying abreast of industry and market developments, proactively responding where required to maintain progress and support.o Supply guidance on conceptual designs, developments and implementation strategies across the West Africa region. Minimum RequirementsQualifications and Experience Required • Bachelor’s degree in commerce or a field related to the position • 10 – 15 years Freight Forwarding experience • MD level experience in Freight Forwarding • Must be willing to travel • Geographical and geopolitical knowledge, ability to interface and communicate with different cultures is essential • 3 years prior experience within the Freight Forwarding industry as a P&amp;L head. • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a logistics or clearing and forwarding environment • Good understanding of Import/Export procedures and Incoterms • Prior experience within Commercial / Operations in the industry is preferred Skills Required • Strong networker • Strong analytical skills • Accuracy and attention to detail is a must. • Communication capability at all levels, both internally and externally • Ability to work independently and be a team player simultaneously • Excellent Communication and presentation skills • Work well under pressure, adhere to deadlines and be a self-starter • Ability to work independently and be a team player simultaneously • Must take ownership of the position, be dedicated and innovative • Ability to present the company services and group in a professional manner • Willingness to share knowledge and mentor less experienced team members • Willingness to acquire new skills and gain knowledge and share best practices.&nbsp;

Responsibilities: Financial Leadership and Management:&nbsp; <ul><li>Oversee all aspects of the finance departments operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and taxation.</li><li>Develop and implement robust financial policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial information.</li><li>Prepare and present timely and accurate financial statements and reports to management, providing insightful analysis and recommendations.</li><li>Manage cash flow effectively, optimizing working capital and ensuring sufficient liquidity.</li><li>Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.</li><li>Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and other external stakeholders.</li></ul> Import and Export Transaction Management:&nbsp; <ul><li>Oversee and manage all import and export transactions, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Handle the issuance, negotiation, and settlement of various trade finance instruments, including Letters of Credit (LCs), Standby LCs, and Bank Guarantees.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutions for trade finance facilities.</li><li>Ensure meticulous documentation related to import and export activities, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and customs declarations.</li><li>Track and reconcile all payments related to import and export transactions.</li></ul> Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:&nbsp; <ul><li>Ensure strict compliance with all applicable international trade regulations, including INCOTERMS, Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP 600), Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines.</li><li>Stay updated on changes in trade regulations and implement necessary adjustments to processes.</li><li>Manage all aspects of customs clearance and ensure timely submission of required documentation.</li></ul> Logistics and Stakeholder Coordination:&nbsp; <ul><li>Liaise effectively with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal logistics teams to ensure smooth and efficient documentation and payment processing for import and export shipments.</li><li>Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to trade finance and logistics.</li><li>Maintain clear and proactive communication with suppliers, customers, and other relevant stakeholders regarding financial aspects of international trade.</li></ul> Strategic Financial Planning:&nbsp; <ul><li>Contribute to the development and execution of the companys overall financial strategy.</li><li>Provide financial insights and support for international business development initiatives.</li><li>Analyze the financial implications of import and export activities and recommend strategies to optimize costs and mitigate risks.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Qualified Company Secretary (CS) is mandatory.</li><li>Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; a Masters degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g.,1 CA, CPA, CFA) would be an advantage.</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with a significant portion focused on managing import and export trade finance.</li><li>In-depth knowledge and practical experience in handling Letters of Credit, Standby LCs, and Bank Guarantees.</li><li>Thorough understanding of international trade regulations (INCOTERMS, UCP 600, FEMA/RBI guidelines) and customs procedures.</li><li>Proven ability to manage the entire finance function, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.</li><li>Proficiency in relevant accounting software and MS Office Suite (especially Excel).</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Manage the organizations inventory levels in the region from both value and coverage (Days on Hand - DoH) perspectives.</li><li>Oversee the management of imported components with the team.</li><li>Define inventory strategies aligned with the organization’s objectives.</li><li>Monitor the weekly forecast, quarterly inventory closing for the region, and allocation by stock type (finished goods, purchased, manufactured, in transit, etc.)</li><li>Monitor and define actions for the elimination of obsolete inventory.</li><li>Support monthly S&amp;OP cycles, actively participating in all phases.</li><li>Support planning activities for new projects (new sales and/or locations) and end-of-life projects.</li><li>Monitor supplier delivery performance and collaborate with the Procurement team regarding underperforming suppliers.</li><li>Periodically review SKU consumption profiles with the team and adjust replenishment policies when necessary.</li><li>Support planners in cases of delivery and/or production delays.</li><li>Manage special freight requests, assess root causes, and support actions to prevent recurrence.</li><li>Ensure strong integration and collaboration of the team with other departments, especially other teams within the Supply Chain function.</li><li>Provide periodic feedback to the team, highlighting strengths and guiding improvements.</li><li>Encourage and develop the teams pursuit/implementation of process improvements and best practices in planning.</li><li>Adapt planning strategies to the specific needs of each business unit served.</li><li>Seek and apply new market trends and best practices to company processes.</li><li>Establish and monitor individual and team performance indicators, coordinating actions to meet targets.</li><li>Monitor and ensure resolution of pending issues.</li></ul>&nbsp;Requirements: Preferred Years of Experience / Minimum Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Production Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or related fields.</li><li>Postgraduate degree in the area is desirable.</li><li>Previous experience managing material planning teams.</li><li>Previous experience in the automotive industry.</li></ul> Required Skills: <ul><li>Knowledge of imported component management and S&amp;OP processes.</li><li>Advanced English for conversation.</li><li>Knowledge of SAP (PP and MM modules).</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Availability to work on-site in Bragança Paulista, SP – Brazil.</li></ul>

Responsibilities:﻿ <ul><li>Process freight invoices for payment. Investigating and resolving freight invoices that are on hold for review.</li><li>Ensure transportation carriers are paid within established payment terms.</li><li>Audit rates and freight invoices for accuracy. Ensure systems are updated with missing and incorrect information.</li><li>Interface with transportation providers and company Transportation Associates to resolve invoice discrepancies and communicate payment details.</li><li>Run and distribute reports as required. Need to be MIS report savvy with understanding of all latest tools.</li><li>Support all financial audit request related to internal and external audit of freight payments.</li><li>Ensure to monitor &amp; work on open accruals &amp; thereby ensuring aging between accruals vs invoice postings is kept to 30days or less.</li><li>Drive, monitor &amp; track the hard copies against the transaction entries in SAP with an objective to ensure on-time payment.</li><li>Involve in VAS handling validation &amp; be primary face of contact for carriers. Proactively drive &amp; address all open issues/queries in an organized manner.</li><li>Initiate &amp; drive process improvements by standardizing &amp; defining the process.</li><li>Work in testing and give feedback.</li><li>Support on Project related queries &amp; be backup to project team member</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Finance related Professional Experience (in what processes and function)</li><li>0-3 years relevant experience in logistics or accounting related activities in product/manufacturing/ Shared Services.</li><li>Knowledge of accounts payable functions and procedures.</li><li>Expertise on advanced excel &amp; other Microsoft tools.</li><li>Familiarity with electronic invoicing.</li><li>Prior experience with transportation / logistics software a plus</li><li>Strong Documenting knowledge backed up with analytical skills.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly Excel-based operational reports (e.g., PPV, Inventory Adjustments, Spare Parts, Freight, etc.)</li><li>Assist in creating and tracking detailed cost center spending forecasts and budgets</li><li>Analyze operational variances to forecast on a weekly and monthly basis</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and conduct periodic compliance testing</li><li>Participate in daily plant operational meetings and Kaizen events</li><li>Understand and analyze key cost streams; identify and drive cost-saving opportunities (TEBIT)</li><li>Support month-end close activities, including journal entries and variance analysis</li><li>Collaborate with Plant Operations Team on strategic initiatives and business cases</li><li>Work closely with and provide support to the Plant Controller</li><li>Assist with standard cost updates as needed</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance</li><li>Minimum 3 years of finance experience in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially advanced Excel</li><li>Fluent in English</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Drive, and implement standardized process of Inventory &amp; Logistics within AP which align with across AP and global strategies&nbsp;</li><li>Drive country and plants to meet SCM KPI (inventory &amp; logistics etc.) within business target.&nbsp;</li><li>Execute the lean tools to continuous improvement&nbsp;</li><li>Resolve conflicts cross sites and functions in accordance with targets&nbsp;</li><li>Plan, manage and track supply plan and be key players in S&amp;IOP process&nbsp;</li><li>Drive freight planning to minimize freightage, on time delivery and flexibility</li><li>Leverage on resources commonality across sites and work cross-regional collaboration</li><li>Conduct freight control and partner with global logistics to ensure streamlining of transportation and warehouse management</li><li>Strong execution capability to achieve the short term and long-term strategy and goals</li><li>Support training launch to improve the capability of APAC team</li></ul> Requirements:&nbsp; <ul><li>Bachelor degree, ERP expert, supply chain related certification preferable&nbsp;</li><li>Strong leadership and able to drive improvement of cross functional team&nbsp;</li><li>Over 10 years of on the job management experience with solid achievement</li><li>At least 7 years SCM experience in multinational companies in the automotive components industry&nbsp;</li><li>Over 5 years of job automotive plant and non-plant operation management&nbsp;</li><li>Focus on execution and ability to drive results</li><li>Fluent speaking in Chinese and English&nbsp;</li></ul>

Responsibilities:Primary responsibilities of this role include the following:With Supervision, review documents/records and provide batch release authorization to 3PL service provider for products manufactured outside of the US.Support Drug Product Complaint management; forwarding to respective drug product manufacturing site and coordinate with corporate QA for investigations.Support Drug Product Recall/Field alert management.Assist with review of Quality Agreements.For applicable products, coordinate with Contract Testing Laboratories for Analytical Method Transfer activities, Drug Product testing, any OOS results, and test method issues.With supervision, review deviations/investigations related to the company's frontend products.Assist with SOP management for the company’s US corporate office.Support with quality matters for disposition of product returns.Assist during FDA inspections and local regulatory inspections at the company’s US corporate office.Requirements:Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.With supervision and direction, effectively prioritizes competing tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Motivated, results driven with attention to detail, accuracy and clarity.Qualifications: BS degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology or Microbiology is preferred. 1-2 years of Quality Assurance or related pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred.Recent graduates will be considered for this role. 

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Finance Manager

Materials Planning Supervisor

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Supply Chain Manager

Quality Assurance Associate

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