Job Description

Job Purpose
Oversee daily logistics, warehousing, and distribution operations by managing day-to-day logistics activities while also supervising warehouse staff and optimizing operational efficiencies.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse & Logistics:

• Oversee and ensure smooth running and daily logistics, warehousing, and distribution operations.
• Manage transport planning and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Optimize routes, costs, and processes for maximum efficiency.
• Coordinate with suppliers, transporters, and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and legal regulations.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Implement process improvements and best practices.
• Monitoring inventory levels across all sections of the warehouse.
• Addressing customer inquiries regarding deliveries, resolving shipping issues, and maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Overseeing warehouse activities like receiving, packing, and shipping goods, ensuring proper storage and handling.
• Optimizing warehouse space utilization.
• Managing warehouse equipment and maintenance.

Leadership:

• Managing day to day activities of staff to optimum efficiency levels.
• Lead and develop the logistics team to ensure high performance and accountability.
• Assigning tasks and providing training to warehouse personnel.

Reporting

• Generating reports on key logistics metrics.
• Monitor and report on inventory, delivery performance, and operational KPIs.

Competencies

• Communicating effectively
• Stakeholder management
• Structuring Tasks
• Leadership skills
• Problem-solving
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
• Proficient in logistics software and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license (advantageous)
• Knowledge of inventory control practices
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Education

• Diploma in supply chain, transportation, logistics, business or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years' experience in logistics, supply chain, or transport management.

Skills Required