Tolling & Logistics Lead – EASA

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Lusaka, Zambia
Full-time
Zambia Job Market
Company Description

Syngenta Group is one of the world’s leading sustainable agriculture innovation companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. Our 53,000 people across more than 100 countries strive every day to transform agriculture through tailor-made solutions for the benefit of farmers, society and our planet – making us the world’s most local agricultural technology and innovation partner.

Syngenta Group is committed to operating at the highest standards of ethics and integrity. This is a commitment that we are making to investors, customers, society and employees. Syngenta Group is also committed to maintaining a workplace environment free from discrimination and Harassment.

Job Description

Role Purpose

Production and maintenance of the Master Toll Production Schedule
Maintenance of the Tolling Work In Progress (WIP) and Bill Of Material schedules
Ensure alignment of the Tolling inventory figures with business and 3rd party warehouse provider – zero variance in inventory reports.
Handling of shipment Logistics issues through interphasing with 3rd party provider (both secondary and primary logistics).
Create / Identify opportunities for the team to liberate potential as well as enhance cross-functional communication and understanding.
Manage Toller & tolling systems (3TP)
Review of Toller KPI & SLA
Manage NPI at toller & identify cost optimization
Manage direct procurement of Bill of Materials and Direct Procurement service providers
Review direct procurement and Logistics contracts, SLA and KPI

Accountabilities

Work very closely with Supply Chain Controller on component inventory management to ensure accurate management reports are available on the set cyclical reporting schedules.
Stock reconciliation on Tolling inventory with business and 3rd party provider and reporting monthly – arresting issues immediately and taking proactive measures to reconcile.
Active participation in the Sales & Marketing monthly forecast meeting by presenting the Import and Toll Production Schedules.
Providing weekly reports on shipment Logistics and Tolling status
Serve as the interphase with 3rd party logistics provider by proper channeling and filing of Logistics documents (imports & exports)
Take initiative to further develop Supply Chain processes (Tolling, Forecasting) to enhance business delivery
Understand finance operations & working capital management
Understanding and provision of direction on 4PL & 3PL processes
Qualifications

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Critical Knowledge:

Business degree , Supply Chain qualification is added advantage
A sound understanding of Supply Chain processes in a large organisation.
A wide appreciation of Information Technology
A sound understanding of Logistics : local and international (4PL & 3PL)
An appreciation of Finance operations & working capital management
Knowledge of SAP and SAP modules such as APO, 3TP

Critical Skills:

This role needs to demonstrate a high level of alertness, accuracy and integrity
Strong analytical skills & use of data tools
Solution oriented with ability to deliver with speed
Up-to-date with market trends and proactive approaches must also be demonstrated.
Strong analytical and communication skills are a prerequisite
Creativity as well as strategic / forward looking thinker
Sound knowledge of HSEQ standards in a toll & warehouse premises

Critical Experience:

At least Five years experience in a busy Supply Chain environment.
Direct experience in GSAP & SAP based systems in a large / multinational organisation.
Working with teams with significant cross-functional interaction.
Working with 4PL & 3PL
Direct experience in managing procurement in multinational organisation
Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines and working under minimal supervision.

Core Competencies

Performance Orientation
Understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs)
Matching plans with resources, milestones and measures.
Display drive and see opportunities when they arise – Passion!
Customer Focused
Knowledge and insights about customers and their needs – internal / external
Change Orientation
Ability to fit in and change with business needs swiftly and effectively – Flexibility!
Evidence of continuous self improvement and development
Leadership
High alertness, integrity, openness and transparency
Organisation Effectiveness
Builds positive win-win cross-functional relationships.
Communicates effectively with key stakeholders (int/external).
Strategic Ability 
Delivers management / business reporting needs successfully.
Thinks beyond the horizon and plans accordingly.

Other behaviors critical for the role

Vibrant cross-functional interaction to develop a healthy and interactive relationship across the business.
Ability to work under pressure and to feedback to cross functional stakeholders
Ability to represent effectively the Supply Chain Department in any Logistical function internally or externally.
Ability to advise, question or redirect (if necessary) the department’s operations.
Ability to Collaborate as a team and drive collective success
Must be Courageous to explore new paths and make bold moves
Ability to hold self-Accountable for short- and long-term results
Driven by Curiosity to innovate

Critical success factors

Actively participate in Tolling inventory management and reporting – Internal and 3rd Party, as well managing data accuracy and integrity with respect to overall business set standards.
Accurate and regular Logistics , Tolling status reports
Accurate inventory control at 3rd party warehouses
Maintenance / improvement of existing tolling and shipment logistic processes for effeciency & effectiveness.
3rd Part management with regular KPI & SLA reviews
Ability to effectively represent the Department in any Supply Chain forum on logistical planning.
Additional Information

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