Logistics and Distribution Manager job at Precision Recruitment

Vacancy title:
Logistics and Distribution Manager

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Consulting , Category: Transportation & Logistics ]

Jobs at:

Precision Recruitment

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, September 14 2023 

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South - Central Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 01 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
We are hiring!
• Our client in Mukushi is looking for a Logistics and Distribution Manager to join their team for a vacancy within the FMCG sector.
• To apply or for more information follow the link below.

Responsibilities:
• Organising shipments.
• Coordinating drivers, vehicles, loads and journeys.
• Developing and confirming schedules.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers and customers.
• Controlling delivery processes.
• Planning and implementing logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met.
• Overseeing product storage, handling and distribution.
• Using computer software to track goods from origin to delivery.
• Working on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analysing performance.
• Managing and motivating a team of supply chain staff.
• Improving the overall supply chain performance and look for any possible innovations to the process.
• Implementing new technologies and staying alert to new trends in the sector.
• Creating and executing warehouse safety and security programs
• Examining vehicle fleets, warehouses, and equipment and arranging any required repairs or replacements
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Developing, executing, and managing strategies and procedures to ensure that all outgoing goods are despatched and received on schedule.
• Plan and track the shipment of products according to customer requirements.
• Keep logs and records of warehouse stock, executed orders etc.

Requirements and skills
• Proven experience as Logistics Manager/Coordinator
• Experience in customer service will be appreciated.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and ISO requirements
• Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes.
• Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of logistics software (ERP).
• Outstanding organizational and coordination abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• BSc/BA in business administration, supply chain management or relevant field.
• Experience in fast moving consumer goods industry

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8


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Job Info
Job Category: Logistics/ Transportation/ Procurement jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Thursday, September 14 2023
Duty Station: Lusaka
Posted: 31-08-2023
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 31-08-2023
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 31-08-2066
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