Logistics Manager Job at ENGIE Energy Access

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ENGIE Energy Access is a branch of ENGIE, a global energy company committed to accelerating the transition to a carbon-neutral world. In Arusha, Tanzania, ENGIE Energy Access focuses on expanding access to affordable, clean energy through solar home systems and mini-grid solutions. The initiative supports communities, especially in off-grid and rural areas, by providing reliable electricity for lighting, phone charging, powering small appliances, and even running small businesses.

Position: Logistics Manager

Company: ENGIE Energy Access

Location: Arusha

The organization plays a key role in improving livelihoods by enhancing access to modern energy services. Through innovative pay-as-you-go models and mobile money integration, ENGIE Energy Access allows low-income households to purchase solar energy systems in affordable installments. This approach not only helps reduce dependence on kerosene and other polluting fuels but also empowers families by enabling children to study at night and entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.

In Arusha, ENGIE also focuses on community engagement, customer support, and sustainability. The company offers after-sales service, technical support, and education to ensure users can fully benefit from the technology. By creating jobs, training local technicians, and promoting green energy, ENGIE Energy Access contributes to both economic development and environmental protection in the region, aligning with global goals for sustainable development.

Job Purpose/Mission

The Logistics Manager in Africa Operations is positioned at the interface between EEA country teams, and global functions that support the delivery of products to countries through EEA’s supply chain. In this role, you are responsible for managing logistics in all countries, propagating optimizations and efficiencies on cost and delivery, measuring effectiveness of distribution and delivery models in countries to ensure the smooth supply and on-time-delivery of products to service centers and sales points in countries to support the company’s revenue generation activities. This role seeks to enhance logistical efficiency, improve distribution and delivery capabilities, increase adherence to distribution policies and delivery guidelines, and monitoring potential improvements in logistics processes in and between EEA’s countries of operation.

This is an exciting role which requires creativity and strategic visioning as well as operational execution and working cross-functionally with our teams and external partners in Africa.

Responsibilities

In-country Logistics:

• Establish the logistics community in EEA by building awareness around distribution, delivery and logistics mechanisms within the countries.
• Enhance the logistics and distribution processes in countries by establishing the required tools, policies and guidelines and streamlined ways of working.
• Devise measures to increase traceability of products in the logistics value chain and reduce losses / damages in transit.
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on logistics performance, cost savings, and strategic recommendations for enhancing in-country logistics.
• Lead collaboration with external partners and 3PLs to negotiate with suppliers, transporters, and secure cost-effective and reliable services.
• Lead the identification and delivery of learning and training needs for the logistics community in the countries, and keep all internal stakeholders informed on relevant policies, processes, and procedures.

Africa Logistics:

• Take custody of the inter-country stock transfers and reshuffles from the logistical perspective.
• Coordinate with countries to execute reshuffles promptly and prevent stock-out periods in those expecting inventory for sales.

We believe that great managers:

• Deliver ambitious results: As a high-performing and accountable leader, you create an enabling environment for effective action and bold decision which contribute to successful delivery of results.
• Act with integrity: As an ethical leader you are honest, respectful, objective, and transparent. You create and build upon a foundation of trust and openness.
• Inspire and mentor the team: As an inspirational leader you walk the talk. You empower and coach your team with trust and humility.
• Are accessible: as an accessible leader, you develop and maintain deep connections with stakeholders through approachability and active listening.
• Ensure diversity and inclusion: as an inclusive leader, you ensure diversity and foster a sense of belonging.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in international supply chain, operations, and logistics.
• Strong experience in service delivery strategies for operational enhancement and cost optimization.
• Observance acumen with the ability to pinpoint opportunity areas and implement strategies to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Excellent with analytics and tools for optimization; from selection, review, implementation and monitoring.
• An ambitious leader with the ability to rally cross-cultural teams to deliver common objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain and develop new partner relationships (external bodies).
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced logistics environment, with the ability to work independently.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, International business, or related fields.
• Professional Certifications in supply chain, Transportation, and logistics e.g., CSCP, CLTD, CILT are important.
• Masters in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management are an added advantage.

Language(s):

• English
• French & Portuguese are a plus

Technology:

• Advanced MS Office User (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Knowledge of distribution and delivery optimization and planning tools, ERP systems, and logistics software e.g., SAP, Sage, NetSuite, Oracle etc.
• Working proficiency in data analysis to support critical KPIs and metrics.

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

A significant exposure to ethics risk given the geographical footprint (9 African markets) and type of activities (B2C, with large sales force on the field), this hire is critical for business continuity.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application to the link below:

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