Depot Administrator at Tanga Cement PLC, Arusha – October 2026

About Tanga Cement PLC

Tanga Cement PLC is a cement manufacturer in Tanzania, known for producing cement products for the construction industry. The company operates under the Simba Cement brand and is part of the Heidelberg Materials Group, serving customers through its distribution network and depots.

Job Overview

Job Title: Depot Administrator
Company: Tanga Cement PLC
Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Date Posted: 19 October 2026
Application Deadline: 22 October 2026

Job Purpose

The Depot Administrator will be responsible for receiving, organising and monitoring cement stocks at the depot. The role involves managing stock movements, ensuring proper storage, coordinating customer orders and dispatches, maintaining accurate inventory records, and ensuring compliance with occupational health, safety and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cement Receiving, Issuing and Stock Management

• Receive and issue cement while ensuring that the correct quantities are handled.
• Ensure that cement bags received from the plant are in the correct quantities and are not damaged.
• Verify that the correct customer orders are dispatched.
• Maintain accurate records of cement received and issued.
• Ensure the depot maintains the required cement stock levels.
• Prepare accurate reports on opening and closing stock, daily sales and stock movements.

2. Physical Placement and Storage of Cement

• Ensure cement is stored correctly and safely.
• Arrange cement stocks according to the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) principle.
• Ensure cement bags are properly stacked and protected against damage.
• Prevent cement from being stacked directly on the floor or against walls.
• Ensure cement and other depot items are clearly labelled and easy to locate when needed.
• Observe the required stacking heights.
• Ensure staff do not step over cement bags.
• Maintain a neat, tidy and properly organised depot.

3. Customer Service and Order Dispatch

• Maintain good service levels and positive relationships with customers and service providers.
• Minimise customer complaints by ensuring efficient depot operations.
• Ensure customer orders are loaded promptly.
• Oversee and coordinate the re-bagging of damaged cement bags.
• Support the sales team with market intelligence whenever required.

4. Stock Control and Reporting

• Conduct monthly stocktaking independently.
• Prepare and submit stocktaking reports as required.
• Monitor stock movements and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Support effective stock control and depot operational efficiency.

5. Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Authority (OSHA) requirements, company policies and applicable statutory requirements.
• Observe relevant environmental policies and regulations.
• Comply with the HM Group Code of Business Conduct, compliance policies and guidelines.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Education

Applicants must possess at least a Diploma in one of the following fields:

• Logistics.
• Warehousing.
• Business Administration.
• An equivalent or related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Candidates should meet the following requirements:

• At least one year of experience in depot operations, warehousing or related activities.
• Basic knowledge of depot operations, capacities, design and layout.
• Good knowledge of stock management.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Basic awareness of logistics key performance indicators (KPIs).
• High level of integrity and a proven record of ethical conduct.
• Good customer service skills.
• Basic knowledge of operational cost control.
• Basic knowledge of depot maintenance.
• Good communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail.

Salary and Benefits

Tanga Cement PLC offers an attractive salary and benefits package in line with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tanga Cement PLC is committed to equal opportunity employment and values diversity in its workforce.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official Heidelberg Materials/Simba Cement careers portal.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Applicants should review the vacancy details and follow the instructions provided on the official recruitment portal.

Application Deadline: Thursday, 22 October 2026.