About the Role
Benmaris Limited, a wholly owned Nigerian company established in 2007, is a leader in facilities management, procurement, and engineering solutions. We are currently looking for a dedicated Logistics & Customs Coordinator to join our growing operations. In this vital role, you will ensure the smooth transit of project cargo and heavy-lift equipment from ports to our operational sites, driving efficiency and compliance across our supply chain network.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain a comprehensive shipment tracker covering vessel status, ports, documents, insurance, customs clearance, and required delivery dates.
- Verify and reconcile shipping and customs documentation against purchase orders and equipment registers.
- Coordinate seamlessly with shipping agents, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and insurers to prevent demurrage and operational delays.
- Plan complex port-to-site heavy-haul movements, including route surveys, regulatory permits, security escorts, and contingency planning.
- Coordinate safe offloading, receiving inspections, damage and shortage reporting, and secure warehouse storage.
- Maintain procurement expediting logs and track long-lead items, critical spares, and specialized tools.
- Prepare and optimize future LNG dispatch and customer delivery logistics strategies.
- Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of proven import logistics and customs clearance experience within Nigeria, specifically handling project cargo or heavy-lift movements.
- Sound, practical knowledge of Nigerian customs procedures, international Incoterms, and complex shipping documentation.
- Demonstrated experience managing third-party freight forwarders, customs brokers, and transport contractors.
- Strong commitment to documentation accuracy, cost control, compliance, and strict anti-bribery standards.
- Professional membership in the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) or a similar recognized body is a distinct advantage.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards and experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a reputable engineering and procurement firm.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- A collaborative, safety-focused, and dynamic work environment.