Logistics Manager

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Logistics Manager in Tunis, Tunisia to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Logistics Manager  you will provide a logistics management service to the relevant business unit through frequent reporting and ensuring that goods are delivered on time, within budget and compliant with procurement policies.

Main responsibilities 

• Manage all assigned Logistics team members within the designated project
• Ensure that all supply chain related risks are identified during the structuring phase, timeously communicated to Project Manager and incorporated into the project risk register for tracking and mitigation
• Prepare and issue logistics advice to the project
• Develop and present budgetary assessments and logistics plan
• Responsible for the RFPs with global logistics companies for large-scale project cargo and freight forwarding, evaluations, recommendations, and final procurement strategy with regard to transportation
• Establish and maintain the project shipping register once contracts are in place and before shipments commence
• Monitor the customs clearance procedure to secure on-time movement of the shipments
• Maintain communication with customs offices and deal with any problems or delays in shipments
• Manage the execution of logistics services, materials, equipment, and delivery schedules for project
• Oversee inventory management systems and maintain accurate records of stock levels
• Compile lessons learned report and submit to Project Manager
• Report on a bi‐weekly basis to the Project Manager on production, shipment, and delivery status
• Analyse transportation costs and identify areas for improvement in logistics processes

Qualifications and competencies 

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
• 5+ years’ experience in Logistics management on related Projects including 2+ years’ experience in a managerial position
• Excellent knowledge in Excel, MSWord, and PowerPoint
• Good understanding of accounting systems like SAP / D365
• Would be advantage professional certifications/licenses such as: Customs Specialist (CCS), Certified International Trade Professional (CITP), Certified Export Compliance Professional (CECP), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Customs broker license
• Speak and write English fluently along with French and Arabic
• Excellent communication skills, convincing personality, customer, and goal oriented
• Independent and self-dependent working
• Good negotiation skills, building relationships and trust
• High integrity
• Strong team leadership and team builder with excellent managerial skills and multicultural awareness and intercultural competence
• Process driven

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. 

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.