ABOUT THIS ROLE:

• Freight and Logistics are critical for all mining operations, this role is expected to ensure the cost effectiveness and efficient flow of materials required for uninterrupted operations and projects. It requires very good understanding of international shipping, custom procedures and exposure to a high pressured operational environment. The role will also essentially support the development, implementation, continuous improvement and execution of Newmont’s freight, logistics and transportation policies and guidelines.
• The role requires a strong ability to assert Newmont priorities to Suppliers and Freight Forwarders.
• Develop strong and reliable relationships with other sections of supply chain and end users.
• Prioritize competing demand and deliver cost effective solutions to the operation.
• The role requires high commercial acumen.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Be the trusted advisor for freight, logistics and transportation issues for the site.
• Be responsible for ensuring Newmont import exemptions are applied appropriately and perform periodic audits.
• Be responsible for all expediting requests for the site with special focus on critical spares and shut downs.
• Liaise with Inventory Controllers, Buyers and End users to ensure material delivery.
• Collaborate with freight forwarder both offshore and onshore to ensure service levels are met.
• Responsible for the validation of all Freight invoices in line with contracted rates.
• Responsible for the periodic reconciliation of the Freight Account with Finance to ensure freight costs are appropriately allocated.
• Ensure prompt communication to all relevant stakeholders and timely reporting of all expediting activities.
• Evaluate the performance of suppliers, Freight Forwarders on delivery performance.
• Continuously seek new ways to address cost and improve efficiency.
• Support in the execution of local content strategy for the site in alignment with the regional and global strategies.

YOUR TRAINING, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE CHECKLIST:

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Shipping & Clearing, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.

Additional Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Maintenance Planning.
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) / Systems, Applications and Processes (SAP).
• Knowledge of local laws, regulations and requirements.
• A working knowledge of logistics software.
• Finance and Accounting knowledge will be useful.

Experience: 

• 3 to 5 years of directly related freight, logistics and transportation planning or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 1 to 3 years of management experience of leading teams and having direct reports.
• Mining experience preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Supply chain process- Expediting, Freight and Logistics.
• Customs and Regulations (ESR FF, Hazmat).
• Shipping and Freight forwarding.

Behavioural Attributes:

• Deadline driven.
• Results driven.
• Safety conscious.
• Takes initiative.
• Results driven.
• Proactive.
• Attention to Detail.
• Accuracy.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The position is located in Ahafo North.
• The incumbent is exposed to an environment where the need for precise or detailed work is extreme.
• The incumbent is exposed to consistent collaboration with various stakeholders and material end users.