Logistics Manager

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role

• Previous team management experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead process change.

• Ability to work in a TEAM setting.

• Experience in working with large distribution channels and internal shipping agents.

• Familiarity with tax laws and similar regulatory requirements

• Ability to build and enhance relationships with external and internal stakeholders.

• Good forecasting and demand analytics.

• Strong data analytical and presentation skills.

• Experience of working in a busy and fast paced environment.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role

• Previous team management experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead process change.

• Ability to work in a TEAM setting.

• Experience in working with large distribution channels and internal shipping agents.

• Familiarity with tax laws and similar regulatory requirements

• Ability to build and enhance relationships with external and internal stakeholders.

• Good forecasting and demand analytics.

• Strong data analytical and presentation skills.

• Experience of working in a busy and fast paced environment.

Demand &Supply Forecasting

• Analyze historical & existing data to develop accurate demand and supply forecasts.

• Work closely with relevant stakeholders to accurately predict future requirements from manufacturers and suppliers

• Ensure the SOP Process is properly followed and implemented while working closely with the head of operations

• Make sure Demand &Supply Planning tools are accurately and timely filled and passed onto the HOD for review and approval

• Work closely with internal functions to predict stock outs and immediately source from neighboring entities to avoid stock outs and or overstocks.

Clearing & Forwarding

• Manage end to end clearing and forwarding process in coordination with contracted agencies

• Manage C&F Supplier relationships

• Properly assess tax worksheets, carefully study CPC, HSC codes to make sure we are accurately paying the right amounts

• Develop and build strong relationships with regulatory bodies like URA,UNBS,et al

• Prepare and follow through on exemptions and make sure we are compliant and within gazetted regimes at all times

• Make sure there is proper documentation before clearances are done and make sure there are no errors that will lead to delayed clearances and penalties

• Follow up on PVOCs and any other inspections required to facilitate the clearing and forwarding process

Field Distribution

• Design, manage and implement an efficient and effective distribution schedule & report to the HOD

• Analyze the field stock distribution planner to effectively monitor stock availability at all points of distribution

• Manage distribution cost to align within budget requirement & target

• Manage & monitor while tracking 3pl providers to match to EEA requirements

• Proper and accurate forecasting of field points of stock requirements while avoiding over stocks or understocks and share with HOD for approval

Reverse Logistics

• Work with the HOD to build, run and account for efficient reverse logistics processes

• Work with HOD to manage efficiently and effectively product returns on time in full while working with the data team to track accurately and report to the HOD

• Work with the HOD to manage stock availability and forecast of SWAP stock

Administration/leadership

• Manage,train,mentor and lead a team to effect overall positive results

• Keep track of license requirements, expiries and applications for HOD approval

• Set goals,KPIs for your team and track them to full utilization

• Keep track of department H&SE requirements and targets

• Uphold the highest levels of ethics and integrity for you and your team