Direct message the job poster from SMT Africa
Official Distributor for Volvo Construction & Equipment, Volvo Penta and Volvo Trucks & Bus, SMT offers a wide range of products in more than twenty countries of North, West & Central Africa, Belgium, the Netherlands and GB.
We operate an outstanding own sales and service network which excels in operational agility and entrepreneurial spirit. By engaging in partnerships with our customers, we create value delivering state-of-the-art services and products. Our ambition in both territory coverage and product portfolio is a strong commitment to support our customer’s growth.
In order to support the growth, we are currently looking for a Deputy Site Manager tojoin our Team in Antwerp.
Responsibilities
The Deputy Site Manager is responsible for managing the daily logistics operations to ensure the efficient supply of equipment and spare parts to African countries. This role oversees warehouse activities, coordinates transportation modes, ensures compliance with procedures and regulations while supporting the implementation of cost-effective and timely shipment processes, identifies ways to improve processes and procedures and develop action plans. Your role includes :
* Supervise and coordinate daily activities of logistics personnel, including warehouse staff, and logistics coordinators ;
* Distribute work assignments and schedules, monitor activity and progresses, and resolve operational issues as they arise ;
* Maintain accurate documentation related to shipments, implement and ensure adherence to established logistics processes, procedures, and compliance with company policies and legal and customs regulations ;
* Collaborate with carriers and internal teams, coordinate transportation of goods using air, sea, road, or rail, ensuring shipments meet deadlines and cost targets, considering urgency of the needs ;
* Monitor stock levels and rotation to maintain optimal inventory balance—avoiding shortages or excess ;
* Handle routine importing/exporting processes and assist in troubleshooting more complex or urgent shipment issues ;
* Assist in organizing invoicing and documentation processes in coordination with local legal and financial departments.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in Logistics Operations or Warehouse Supervision ;
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team ;
* Strong organizational and communication skills ;
* Good understanding of transportation modes and import/export procedures ;
* Knowledge of local, national, and international shipping regulations ;
* Familiarity with logistics software and inventory management systems ;
* Ability to troubleshoot operational issues quickly and effectively ;
* 3 years bachelor’s degree in Transport & logistics, supply chain, or business administration ;
* Ideally, 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role.
Offer
* A salary in line with your experience and achievement as well as other benefits (Car, group insurance, hospitalization insurance, representation allowances,…) ;
* A real opportunity to enhance your experience and develop your skills ;
* A function with an international influence that combines autonomy and initiative ;
* A framework with a human dimension and a dynamic corporate culture, energetic and ambitious, where team spirit, customer satisfaction, flexibility and the quality of the services are recognized as its main values.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management, Strategy/Planning, and Supply Chain
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, International Trade and Development, and Wholesale Machinery
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