Logistics Manager

Job Summary

Be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the company's logistics strategy and daily operations. The role involves optimizing transportation, warehousing, and inventory management to ensure a cost-effective, timely, and safe movement of goods from suppliers to customers. The candidate is a strategic, data-driven leader with exceptional organizational skills and a strong understanding of supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Management

• Develop and implement efficient logistics processes and procedures to enhance supply chain performance.

• Manage all warehousing activities, including receiving, storage, order picking, and shipping.

• Supervise and coordinate transportation operations, including carrier selection, route planning, and optimization.

• Monitor and manage inventory levels to prevent stockouts or overstocking, and oversee regular inventory counts.

• Ensure all logistics activities comply with company policies, relevant laws, and safety regulations.

• Build up a cargo terminal (extended on-airport facility) as required.

2. Vendor and Carrier Management

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate contracts with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, carriers, and suppliers.

• Conduct regular performance reviews of vendors to ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met and costs are managed.

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key logistics partners.

3. Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, and manage the logistics team, which may include warehouse staff, logistics coordinators, and drivers.

• Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Establish clear performance goals and conduct regular evaluations.

4. Budgeting and Reporting

• Develop and manage the logistics budget, monitoring expenditures to ensure cost-efficiency.

• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for logistics, such as transportation costs, on-time delivery rates, and inventory accuracy.

• Present regular reports and strategic recommendations to senior management.

5. Process Improvement

• Analyze logistics data to identify trends, pinpoint issues, and drive continuous process improvements.

• Utilize logistics management software (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS) to enhance operational efficiency.

• Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate logistics risks and disruptions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CSCP, CLTD) are a plus.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in logistics and supply chain management software (e.g., ERP, WMS), MS Office Suite.

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data, solve complex problems, and make data-driven decisions.

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

• Adaptability: Proven ability to manage unexpected challenges and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Qualification: Bachelor
• Age: 32 - 40
• Job type: Permanent