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Sun King

Off-grid solar home systems provider

Import-Export & Procurement Specialist

Procurement & Sourcing +1Updated on Nov 13
Full-timeCotonou, BeninNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Procurement, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, import-export, or international logistics is required.
  • Knowledge of West African customs and tax procedures is required.
  • A proven track record in strategic procurement and supplier negotiations is required.
  • Proficiency in SAP for procurement, inventory, and logistics management is required.
  • Excel skills, including pivot tables and advanced data knowledge, are required.
  • In-depth knowledge of Incoterms, tariff classifications, and customs regulations is required.
  • Experience in cost optimization and contract management is required.
  • Fluency in written and spoken French and English is essential for managing supplier and partner relationships.
  • Attention to detail and a compliance focus are required to prevent disputes and ensure regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities

  • Manage import and export flows across multiple countries, including Benin, Togo, Burkina Faso, and Ghana.
  • Ensure compliance with customs regulations and tariff classifications to mitigate risks.
  • Handle customs and shipping documentation, including certificates of origin, invoices, landing factors, and transit and clearance documents.
  • Collaborate with freight forwarders and customs authorities to streamline operations and negotiate duty exemptions when applicable.
  • Monitor and optimize costs related to customs duties, Incoterms, and insurance logistics.
  • Manage procurement of goods and services across business operations, including office equipment, operational supplies, external services, cleaning, shop insurance, IT equipment, and branding.
  • Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle, from supplier selection and contract negotiation to performance tracking.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize expenditure.
  • Develop and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring quality, reliability, and competitive pricing.
  • Ensure purchases comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop dashboards and provide accurate reporting on procurement, logistics costs, and stock management.
  • Implement process automation tools to improve purchasing and import-export operations.
  • Work with finance, logistics, and marketing teams to improve data integration and traceability.
  • Manage new product introductions, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and potential exemptions.
  • Oversee import and export activities in alignment with customs requirements.

About the Company

Sun King

Off-grid solar home systems provider

Sun King designs, manufactures, distributes, and finances solar home energy products for off-grid communities in Africa and Asia. Its range includes solar lanterns and solar home systems with inverters and storage that can power lights, radios, phones, and household appliances, all financed through a pay-as-you-go model with small mobile money installments after a low upfront payment. The company differentiates itself with an end-to-end approach—handling product design, manufacturing, distribution, and financing—supported by a large field-agent network and strategic acquisitions like PayGo Energy to expand into clean cooking. Its goal is to increase energy access by helping households leapfrog kerosene and unreliable grids, aiming to reach millions of homes and businesses, including over 2 million in Ethiopia by 2030.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$864.9M
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
2008

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