Logistics Manager – West Africa (Pharmaceutical Supply Chain)
Job Overview
Our Vision
We believe in a world where everyone, regardless of their country’s wealth or frontiers, enjoys access to medicines and healthcare when they need it.
Our Mission
We work tirelessly to remove access barriers faced by patients and caregivers across Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) when seeking quality medicines and quality healthcare.
Who We Are: Accelerating access to medicines for all
Imagine a world where critical medicines are within reach, affordable, and synonymous with quality, no matter where you are. That is the world we're building with our unique, demand-aggregation model that unites healthcare providers across LMICs. At the heart of our identity is a single, resolute commitment: to build a future where geography and income never stand between any individual and life-saving medicines. Our platform isn't merely a space for transactions, we unlock affordable access to medicines by aggregating demand across healthcare providers. We also help manufacturers build a sustainable and reliable global access strategy.
Our business focuses on low- and middle-income countries and strengthens the purchasing power of these markets to ensure the supply of cost-effective, high-quality medicines.
We partner exclusively with authorized, high-quality pharmaceutical companies and certified caregivers to accelerate sustainable access to medicines.
About the Position:
Axmed is building the infrastructure to ensure reliable, affordable access to quality medicines across low- and middle-income countries. This role sits at the core of that mission, executing the physical movement of medicines into West African markets with precision, compliance, and reliability.
The Logistics Manager – West Africa is responsible for the day-to-day execution of end-to-end supply chain operations, working across global suppliers, freight partners, customs authorities, and in-country stakeholders. This is a hands-on operational role focused on ensuring that shipments move efficiently from origin to final delivery in complex, high-constraint environments.
Working closely with the Director of Supply Chain & Logistics, this role will drive execution across freight coordination, customs clearance, regulatory compliance, and delivery performance. The role requires strong operational discipline, problem-solving capability, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across geographies.
This is a high-impact role with strong development potential, suited for candidates who combine logistics expertise with adaptability and a mission-driven mindset in global health.
Key Responsibilities:
End-to-End Logistics Execution
Coordinate international shipments from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East into West Africa
Manage multimodal transport including air, ocean, and road, including temperature-controlled shipments
Ensure adherence to agreed Incoterms
Customs Clearance & Regulatory Coordination
Coordinate import clearance processes across multiple West African countries
Engage with customs authorities, standards bodies, and pharmaceutical regulators
Ensure all import documentation, permits, waivers, and approvals are complete and compliant
Freight & Logistics Partner Management
Manage day-to-day relationships with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and clearing agents
Coordinate with global and regional logistics providers
Support routing optimization, shipment consolidation, and cost efficiency initiatives
Monitor partner performance and SLA adherence
Humanitarian & Donor-Funded Supply Chains
Support execution of donor-funded and humanitarian shipments
Coordinate duty waivers, exemptions, and program-specific compliance requirements
Ensure alignment with global health stakeholders and procurement agencies
Risk Management & Issue Resolution
Identify and proactively manage operational risks
Resolve shipment disruptions and escalate critical issues where required
Systems, Reporting & Data Management
Maintain accurate shipment tracking and documentation
Produce operational reports including ETAs, delays, cost tracking, and clearance timelines
Use data to identify trends and support operational decision-making
Contribute to SOP development and execution playbooks
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Commercial, Technical, Supply Chain, and Finance teams
Support delivery requirements for key accounts and ensure customer alignment
Requirements:
Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain operations
Practical experience supporting customs clearance processes in West Africa
Familiarity with import and export regulations and clearance procedures
Experience managing air and ocean freight operations across international routes
Exposure to regulated supply chains such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or humanitarian logistics preferred
Exposure to temperature-controlled logistics is an advantage
Strong Excel skills for analysis, tracking, and reporting
Ability to interpret operational data and support decision-making
Effective stakeholder management across logistics partners, regulators, and internal teams
Strong execution capability with high attention to detail and compliance discipline
Clear communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset
Relevant certifications or professional affiliation in freight forwarding, customs clearing, or logistics is an advantage
Right to Work: As an early-stage company, we are not currently able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation support. For this reason, candidates must already have the legal right to work in the country where they are based.
What is in it for you?
At Axmed, we believe in creating a supportive and rewarding environment where our team can thrive. Here’s what we offer:
Unlimited PTO: Take the time you need to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
Monthly wellness allowance: Prioritize your health and well-being with extra support.
Paid parental leave: Time off to bond with your new family member without any added stress.
Flexible working hours: Enjoy the freedom to structure your workday in a way that suits your lifestyle.
Annual off-site retreats: Connect with the team and build lasting relationships during our company retreats.
Fully remote work: Work from anywhere in the world and join our distributed team.
The opportunity to make a difference: Be part of a mission-driven company working to improve healthcare equity.
Competitive salaries: We offer a compensation package that reflects your skills and experience.
Plenty of room for growth: We believe in nurturing talent and offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.