Logistics and Shipping Officer
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- Africa Trade and Distribution…
- Expires 05 Nov 2026
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
An exciting and challenging career opportunity has arisen within ATDC Zimbabwe for the position Logistics and Shipping Officer under the Logistics and Shipping department. If you are willing to join a team of energized and passionate experts who are driven to take trade into Africa to the next level, this is a career opening for you.
About the Role
This role is responsible for supporting the logistics and shipping function for ATDC Zimbabwe, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of commodities across domestic, regional, and international supply chains. This includes freight management (ocean, air, road), inland transport, cross-border logistics, customs coordination, and warehousing, in support of the company's broader trade facilitation and regional integration mandate under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Duties and Responsibilities
What we expect from you
• Logistics Planning and Coordination: Assist in planning and coordinating logistics activities to ensure timely delivery of commodities to buyers across domestic, regional, and international markets.
• Support the optimization of logistics routes and modes of transport to minimize costs and transit times.
• Freight Management: Assist in managing the end-to-end freight process, including ocean freight, air freight, and road freight.
• Support the negotiation of freight rates with shipping lines, airlines, and transporters to secure competitive pricing.
• Inland Transport and Distribution: Coordinate inland transport for commodities, including collection from suppliers and delivery to buyers.
• Manage relationships with local transporters and haulers.
• Cross-Border Logistics: Coordinate cross-border logistics for regional and international commodity movements.
• Assist in managing customs clearance processes, including documentation, duties, and compliance requirements.
• Customs And Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with customs regulations and requirements (ZIMRA, regional customs authorities).
• Prepare and manage customs documentation, including import/export declarations, certificates of origin, permits, and licenses.
• Warehousing and Storage Coordination: Coordinate warehousing and storage arrangements for commodities.
• Manage relationships with warehousing service providers.
• Service Provider Coordination: Assist in identifying, evaluating, and onboarding logistics service providers, including freight forwarders, shipping lines, transporters, and warehousing providers. Support the negotiation of service contracts and agreements with logistics service providers.
• Cost Management and Optimization: Assist in managing logistics costs and identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or service.
• Monitor and analyze logistics costs, including freight rates, transport costs, warehousing costs, and customs duties.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Experience.
• Undergraduate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A diploma in logistics, supply chain management, or transport management is an added advantage.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) - working towards Professional certification in logistics or transport management is preferred. Customs clearance certification is an added advantage.
• Dangerous Goods certification (if applicable) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in logistics, freight management, transport, or supply chain management.
• Experience in cross-border logistics and customs clearance is highly desirable.
• Experience in agricultural commodity logistics is preferred. Experience in coordinating with logistics service providers is preferred.
Skills and Competencies.
Knowledge of logistics and freight management, including ocean, air, and road freight. Understanding of customs procedures, cross-border trade regulations, and international shipping. Proficient in logistics planning, route optimization, and transport management. Knowledge of warehousing and inventory management practices. Familiarity with trade agreements, including AfCFTA, COMESA, and SADC, and their implications for logistics. Proficient in using logistics management software, tracking systems, and ERP systems. Understanding of import/export documentation and compliance requirements.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requirements should submit an updated CVs to careers@cbz.co.zw no later than 5 November 2026
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