Head of Ground Operations (Logistics)

About the role

Globe 24-7, in partnership with a leading Commodity Trading company, is seeking a Head of Ground Operations to join its team in Tanzania. The role covers day-to-day ground operations, tracking commitments and deadlines, and coordinating logistics, suppliers, customers and authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day ground operations so that priorities, deliveries and export timelines are met.
• Track commitments, deadlines and responsibilities across teams and sourcing locations.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in logistics, documentation, suppliers, customers and operations.
• Manage communication between Dubai, African outposts, suppliers, logistics partners and government authorities.
• Improve operating processes and help implement the operating model in new African markets.

Required profile

• 5-10 years' experience in operations, logistics, supply chain, business operations or similar roles in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
• Experience in commodity trading, mining and metals, logistics, industrial or international trading, preferably in Central Africa.
• Strong operational discipline, accountability, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills.
• Comfortable working in rural and remote African environments and travelling frequently.

The position comes with a competitive remuneration package. Applications are made by submitting a resume, preferably as a Microsoft Word document.