Logistics Manager at Kempt Harkulson Nigeria Limited

Kempt Harkulson Nigeria Limited (KHNL) was set up to provide logistics support for both local and foreign companies in Nigeria. We have been offering such services for over 10 years with a growing clientele base. We have grown from a logistics support company to complete oil service Support Company providing manpower development & training, immigration consulting, travel management as well as providing guesthouse and transit accommodation for the oil & gas industry.

Kempt Harkulson Nigeria Limited (KHNL) recruiting to fill the positions of:


Job Title: Logistics Manager
Location: Lagos
Key Responsibilities

• o In charge of all KHNL logistics unit which will entail vast knowledge and experience in freight forwarding (seaport & airport clearing). This requires proficiency in clearing ocean and air shipments.
• o Running of door to door delivery operations of our clientele.
• o Ability to run support vessel movement clearances on behalf of our clientele.
• o Must have the ability to handle customs and shipping companies for imports, temporary importation, and Exports.
• o Handling pre arrival, berthing, and sailing of vessels.
• o Monitoring clearing of project cargoes sea/air ports to ensure delivery within lead time
• o Handling service boats movement in and out the port
• o Supervising cancellation of vessel temporary importation permit
• o Ability to handle all clearances of the various agencies; NIMASA clearances, NPA, Customs, Immigration, NAHCO etc.
• o Must have Operational knowledge of the ports and government agencies.
• o Must have knowledge of proper clearing and haulage documentation for imports.
• o Must have appropriate knowledge of inspection agents, Banks, shipping companies and Terminals.
• o Must have knowledge of the customs and Excise HS Code and Explanatory notes.
• o Ability to relate with all relevant agencies as well as authorities ranges from NIMASA, NPA, Customs, INTEL, NAHCO etc.
• o Ability to develop and ensure compliance to standard logistics procedure.
• o Business development to Identify and acquire new clientele to provide logistics services.
• o Staying updated with recent market/industry trends, competitors & leading customer strategies
• o Preparation of weekly and monthly report.

Qualifications & Competences Required

• o Candidate should have a Minimum of B.Sc in any social science or engineering field from a recognized institution. Professional certification or relevant masters degree is an added advantage
• o Candidate should have a Minimum of (3-5) years’ experience in a similar logistics (clearing & Forwarding) role while experience in the Oil & gas/ Maritime industry will also be an advantage
• o Ability to work independently to achieve sales goals.
• o Good negotiation skills
• o Ability to travel to meet the demands of the various branches
• o Good interpersonal and communication skills
• o Flexible and able to work under pressure