Senior Logistics Manager - Jumia (Full Time) at Jumia in Ghana, Ghana

About Jumia:

Jumia is a leading pan-African e-commerce platform. Its mission is to improve the quality of everyday life in Africa by leveraging technology to deliver innovative, convenient and affordable online services to customers, while helping businesses grow as they use Jumia's platform to better reach and serve customers.

Jumia is built around a marketplace and supported by a proprietary logistics business [Jumia Logistics] and a digital payment and fintech platform [Jumia Pay]. With over 3,000 employees, Jumia is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by very high-profile shareholders. Jumia is committed to creating a sustainable impact in Africa.

In April 2019, Jumia was the first Tech company in Africa to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for Logistics operational excellence? Jumia Ghana is looking to connect with seasoned Senior Logistics Managers to join our exclusive talent pipeline for upcoming leadership roles. As we continue to scale, we need leaders who can navigate the complexities of e-commerce logistics, from warehousing to last-mile delivery.

By joining this pipeline, you will be the first in line for critical leadership opportunities as they arise, ensuring our supply chain remains the most efficient.

What you will be doing:

• Strategic Oversight: Lead and optimize end-to-end logistics operations, including Sorting Centers, First Mile, and Last Mile delivery networks.
• Operational Excellence: Drive KPIs related to delivery speed, cost-per-package, and success rates while maintaining world-class safety standards.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and develop a high-performing team of managers and operators, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Process Innovation: Identify bottlenecks and implement scalable solutions to enhance warehouse efficiency and inventory accuracy.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with Commercial, IT, and Finance teams to align logistics capacity with business growth forecasts.

What we are looking for:

• Proven Experience: 7+ years in logistics or supply chain management, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role (E-commerce or FMCG experience is a major plus).
• Data-Driven Mindset: Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into actionable operational strategies.
• Logistics Expertise: Deep understanding of Sorting Hub operations, fleet management, and 3PL provider oversight.
• Adaptability: A "can-do" attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment where agility is key
• Logistics Expertise: Deep understanding of Sorting Hub operations, fleet management, and 3PL provider oversight.
• Proficient in Google Office Suite – Google Drive, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Gmail, etc.
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional, global project/program execution.
• Process oriented, well-organized with a high level of attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Deadline for applications: 30-06-2026

Rounds of Interviews: 1. HR Screening; 2. Technical interviews with potential manager; 3. Technical interviews with Group Functional Lead

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We Offer:

• A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
• A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector
• The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team
• An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders

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