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Supply Chain Manager at MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company in Namibia
Job Description
Terminal Investment Limited (TIL) is a leading global investor, developer, and operator of container terminals, with a strong track record of forming strategic joint ventures with other major terminal operators. Since its founding in 2000, TIL has rapidly grown into one of the world’s largest and most geographically diverse terminal operators, with a presence in 26 major trade ports across 21 countries.
Our terminals are strategically situated in key locations around the globe, including major origin and destination (O&D) and transshipment hubs in Europe, Asia, North America, South America, and West Africa. Positioned at the crossroads of global trade, five of our terminals rank among the world’s top 20 container ports by throughput. These prime locations enable us to serve major trade routes and provide access to both established and emerging markets, reinforcing our role as a critical player in global supply chains.
TIL Terminals:
- Our terminals have been selected for their important and strategic locations around the world, including major origin and destination (O&D) and transshipment trade hubs and gateways in Europe, Asia, North America, South America and West Africa.
- Our terminals are positioned at the heart of world trade, with five of the terminals located in the world’s top 20 container ports in terms of throughput (source: Drewry).
- Our terminals are well placed to serve major trade routes and provide access into key mature and developing markets.
Main Responsibilities:
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of TIN's procurement, inventory, logistics, warehousing, supplier management, contract administration, and supply chain governance activities. The role ensures that all goods, services, spare parts, equipment, and operational materials are acquired and delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
The incumbent will support terminal operations by maintaining reliable supply chains, optimizing procurement processes, managing supplier performance, and contributing to cost-saving initiatives while ensuring uninterrupted operational readiness.
Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skill:
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, or related field.
- Professional qualification such as CIPS, APICS, CPSM, CILT or equivalent will be an added advantage.
- A Master’s degree in a related field is an advantage.
- Minimum 7 years' experience in procurement, logistics, supply chain or inventory management.
- At least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
- Experience within port operations, terminal operations, shipping, heavy equipment, engineering, logistics, mining, manufacturing, or related industrial environments is highly desirable.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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