CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.
We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.
At CEVA Logistics, we Rise in Motion. Your career is always on the move, growing as fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise.
YOUR ROLE
TRANSPORT OFFICER
The Transport Officer is responsible for coordinating and managing day-to-day transport and logistics operations in Beira, ensuring the efficient movement of cargo across import and export channels. The role focuses on transport planning, freight forwarding, cargo tracking, stakeholder coordination, and operational reporting to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective logistics services.
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
Key Responsibilities
A. Transport Operations & Coordination
• Coordinate daily transportation activities for import and export cargo.
• Allocate trucks and transport resources according to operational requirements.
• Liaise with transporters, shipping lines, customers, and service providers to ensure timely cargo movement.
• Monitor transport schedules and resolve operational issues to minimize delays.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and transport regulations.
B. Freight Forwarding & Logistics Management
• Coordinate end-to-end freight forwarding activities.
• Manage import and export documentation and operational processes.
• Liaise with customs agents, port authorities, and shipping lines to facilitate cargo clearance and movement.
• Track shipments and provide status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of logistics operations.
C. Loading, Vessel & Yard Operations
• Coordinate loading and offloading activities for import and export cargo.
• Support vessel operation activities and ensure proper operational planning.
• Oversee shunting operations and movement of containers within operational facilities.
• Coordinate genset requirements for temperature-controlled cargo.
• Ensure operational activities are executed safely and efficiently.
D. Reporting & Administration
• Maintain accurate operational records and documentation.
• Prepare transport and logistics reports for management review.
• Monitor cargo tracking information and escalate operational concerns where required.
• Assist with invoice verification and transport-related reconciliations.
• Ensure all documentation is filed and retained according to company requirements.
E. Customer Service & Stakeholder Management
• Provide professional and timely support to customers regarding transport operations.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal departments, suppliers, transporters, and customers.
• Communicate operational updates and resolve customer queries efficiently.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery.
F. Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Ensure all transport and logistics activities comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Support operational audits by providing required documentation and reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve transport efficiency and service quality.
• Contribute to the implementation of operational best practices and process improvements.
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Port Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in transport operations, logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain management.
• Experience coordinating import and export logistics activities.
• Experience working with transport management and logistics systems is an advantage.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
• Strong knowledge of transportation, logistics, and freight forwarding operations.
• Sound understanding of import and export processes.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.
• Good communication skills with a good command of English.
WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?
With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role
ABOUT TOMORROW
We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.
As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.
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