Logistics Manager

About the role

As Logistics Manager at OBT, you will lead the end‑to‑end logistics, shipping, warehousing and supply‑chain operations across the African region. You will ensure that maritime shipments, port calls and cargo handling are executed efficiently, compliantly and cost‑effectively while supporting OBT’s high service standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee shipping agency activities, port calls, cargo handling, freight forwarding, storage and distribution.
• Coordinate with ports, vessels, agents, customs authorities, warehouses and other partners to guarantee smooth flow of goods.
• Plan and manage project cargo and heavy‑lift operations, including chartering, scheduling, loading/unloading and documentation.
• Monitor performance metrics such as transit times, port handling efficiency, storage utilisation, costs and compliance.
• Develop logistics strategies to optimise routes, minimise expenses and improve delivery times.
• Ensure adherence to local maritime, customs, import/export and safety regulations.

Required profile

• Minimum 4 years of experience in logistics, shipping or maritime operations, preferably with exposure to African markets.
• Proven leadership or team‑management ability with strong communication and coordination skills.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking capabilities, able to manage multiple shipments and stakeholders.
• Willingness to relocate to Africa and work on‑site.
• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply‑chain, business, maritime studies or equivalent experience.

Required skills

• Maritime operations
• Port procedures
• Freight forwarding
• Customs processes
• Project cargo handling
• Heavy‑lift operations
• Supply‑chain logistics
• Import/export compliance

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a well‑established pan‑African maritime and logistics company.
• Provided work tools such as laptop, mobile phone and other equipment.
• Challenging role with wide scope covering shipping, supply‑chain, freight forwarding and project logistics.
• Relocation support.