Supply Chain Manager

Location: Pokola , Republic of the Congo

Date: 15 Oct 2026

Business: Wood

Department: MATS

Business Information - Wood

We manage natural forest concessions spanning 2.1 million hectares in the Republic of Congo to the highest standards in line with the FSC1. Serving over 30 countries worldwide, we offer a reliable, high-quality supply of fully traceable wood products including primary transformation products, such as boules and air-dried sawn timber, to kiln-dried lumber, and value-added products like scantlings, and decking.

We’re pioneers in responsible and sustainable forestry management, and have been working closely with institutions, such as international NGOs, universities, and research organisations, the government, and local communities for over 55 years to ensure mutual value creation, and commercial, environmental, and social sustainability

All our products are fully traceable, and we ensure that our customers have all the information they need to comply with the EUDR and the Lacy Act.

Our five sawmills have a capacity of 350,000 m3 of input logs meaning we have the largest processing capacity for tropical timber in Africa. We operate a moulding unit and furniture workshop that produce finished products and high-quality furniture. Our knowledge and first-hand experience of many of the challenges in creating wood products uniquely position us to support our customers.

For more information please visit: Sustainable Wood | Sustainable Wood | Olam Agri

Job Description

The Supply Chain Manager will lead CIB’s end-to-end supply chain operations, covering non-commodity procurement, transport and logistics, warehouses and inventory, transit, import/export, and port/maritime logistics. The role requires a highly operational leader capable of managing complex supply chain activities across remote operating locations and resolving procurement, logistics, customs, transport and export challenges.

Responsibilities

Lead and integrate non-commodity procurement, transportation, logistics, warehousing, inventory, transit and import/export activities.
Lead non-commodity procurement of goods and services, ensuring effective sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, cost optimization and reliable supply to operations.
Develop and manage strategic suppliers and service providers, driving commercial performance, service levels and procurement savings.
Manage transportation flows and logistics partners, ensuring operational reliability, cost efficiency and service performance.
Oversee warehouses, inventory and critical spare parts, ensuring stock accuracy, appropriate inventory levels and availability for operations.
Lead import, customs and transit operations, working with clearing agents and authorities to resolve operational bottlenecks.
Manage export and maritime logistics, including shipping partners, freight forwarders, export documentation and port operations.
Establish Supply Chain KPIs, controls and continuous improvement initiatives across procurement, logistics, transportation and inventory.
Take direct ownership of major field supply chain issues and operational disruptions.
Lead and develop Supply Chain teams with a strong focus on HSE, accountability and operational performance.

Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Transport, Engineering, Operations or related discipline.

Proven experience across non-commodity procurement, transport/logistics, warehousing and inventory, import/customs/transit and export logistics.

Strong experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, contracting and procurement cost optimization.

Strong operational experience in Africa, preferably within complex, multi-site or remote operations.

Experience in forestry/timber is highly desirable; alternatively, experience in mining, agribusiness, heavy industry or similarly asset-intensive environments.

Exposure to shipping, ports, freight forwarding and export documentation strongly preferred.

Qualifications

15+ years of progressive Supply Chain/Logistics experience, including significant leadership responsibility.

French Proficiency is a must.

People Leadership & Team Development

Strong HSE & Performance Mindset

Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.