Logistics Manager

Educational Background & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics and/or Supply Chain Management
  
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage
  
• Minimum of 10 years working experience in the field of Logistics.
  
• Knowledge and experience of modern supply chain concepts, techniques, practices and IT systems.
  
• Computer skills, Access, Excel, MS Word, MS office.
  
• Experience of ERP systems and eProcurement.
  
• Experience in developing supplier partnerships in a complex environment.
  

Key Attributes/Competencies

• Good interpersonal skills and a proven team player.
  
• Credibility and flexibility to deal with stakeholders at all levels in the organization.
  
• Must be proactive, adhere to deadlines, possess problem-solving skills, be a quick learner and able to work under pressure.
  
• Good Networking skills - able to use networks to obtain information and build partnerships
  
• Ability to strive to achieve high quality results with a persistently positive outlook in the face of challenges and setbacks.
  

Distribution operations

• Coordinate deliveries for exports and local markets, ensure on-time and in-full delivery, and maintain strong internal and external partnerships
  
• Supervise daily distribution operations.
  
• Develop, implement, and maintain documentation for all policies, processes, and procedures in logistics and distribution management to ensure consistent practices and maintain efficiencies of scale; ensure documentation is up-to-date and easy to access.
  
• Build and track cost and productivity metrics and KPIs to drive cost savings, service improvements, and progress toward operational targets.
  
• Develop and oversee processes for management of transportation initiatives, including liaising between transport companies, coordinating deliveries, and enforcing deadlines, implementing onboarding programs, sourcing new carriers, and ensuring compliance.
  
• Manage the company fleet of trucks, both owned and outsourced and work with the Procurement Manager on a quarterly review of transporters/suppliers.
  

Distribution planning, implementation and cost management

• Manage efficient flow of outgoing products to ensure customers receive products on time and at a good cost.
  
• Ensure safe and efficient distribution of goods, and ensure that orders are fulfilled correctly.
  
• Plan and manage logistics and transportation of finished goods for various company locations and customer deliveries.
  
• Keep track of quality of goods, delivery timelines, transport costs and efficiency of distribution function.
  
• Assess and advice on the logistics needs for various locations. Plan routes and process shipment of products to and from various locations.
  
• Working closely with functions to ensure proper budgeting for contracted services.
  

Inbound Logistics Management

• Assess and provide logistics needs for various locations, including interplant transfers.
  
• Plan routes and process shipment of products to and from various locations.
  
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure orders are ready and shipped within the agreed lead times, offering market intelligence regarding shipping lines and routes for efficiency.
  
• Ensuring timely processing of import permits for all imported goods through respective government departments.
  
• Managing clearing agents and inbound transporters to ensure performance as per SLAs.
  
• Ensure customs documentation/clearing process is done on time to avoid storage/demurrage.
  

Budgeting & Financial Control

• Manage and control Sales & General Expenses Administration (SGA) within approved budget
  
• Budget control and performance reporting—budget vs. actual, key performance indicators, and service level agreement attainment and management.