Manager, Transit & Consolidation Operations

About the role

The Manager, Transit & Consolidation Operations will lead end‑to‑end transit cargo movements and consolidation activities, ensuring timely customs clearance, cost control and regulatory compliance for AGL in Kenya.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and control transit cargo from port of entry to destination, managing customs entries, bond management, dispatch and border clearance.
• Oversee import and export consolidation processes, including receipt, verification, sorting, staging, loading plans and space utilisation.
• Maintain relationships with customs authorities, shipping lines, ports, terminals and transport partners.
• Prepare activity budgets, monitor performance, control disbursements and validate billing to protect margins.
• Lead and develop the transit operations team, plan staffing and ensure compliance with SOPs, risk assessments and QHSE requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Customs or related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in customs clearing, transit logistics or regional cargo operations, with supervisory responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of East African transit procedures, customs documentation and bonded‑cargo controls.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ERP, TMS or customs platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.