Logistics Manager at Sany Nigeria

About the Role

The Logistics Manager is the strategic leader responsible for SANY Nigeria's supply chain flow, from international procurement to final customer delivery. The core mandate is to ensure the timely, compliant, and cost-effective importation and customs clearance of all heavy equipment and spare parts, followed by secure and efficient local last-mile delivery to buyers across Nigeria, including the management of all compliance and transfer documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Importation & Customs Management (Inbound Focus)

• Serve as the primary expert for Nigerian Customs procedures and direct the seamless processing and timely clearance of all inbound shipments at major ports to eliminate demurrage and port-related fines
• Ensure 100% compliance with all Nigerian import regulations, including SONCAP, Form M, PAAR processing, and handling of pre-shipment inspections (PSI)
• Proactively manage and resolve complex customs queries, valuation disputes, and regulatory roadblocks with minimal business disruption
• Select, audit, and manage customs brokers and clearing agents, holding them accountable to strict performance and compliance standards

Local Logistics & Customer Delivery (Outbound Focus)

• Plan, execute, and monitor the secure and cost-effective local transportation of heavy, oversized equipment from the port or SANY yard to customer sites across all regions in Nigeria
• Oversee the preparation and management of all necessary transfer papers, vehicle registration documents, and regulatory permits required to legally transfer ownership and operation of heavy equipment to local buyers
• Coordinate closely with the Sales and Service teams to meet committed delivery schedules and ensure customer site readiness for equipment reception
• Manage and audit local haulage vendors to ensure safety, reliability, and performance standards

Location

Lagos, Nigeria