Head of Logistics

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement logistics and transportation strategies that align with the organization's goals.
• Optimize transportation networks, routes, and distribution processes to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Plan for capacity needs, inventory management, and service delivery improvements.
• Lead, manage, and develop a team of transport and logistics professionals.
• Set clear performance targets and KPIs, and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and accountability.
• Oversee the logistics and transportation budget, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency.
• Monitor expenditures, negotiate contracts with third-party logistics providers, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Work closely with other departments such as procurement, production, sales, and customer service to ensure smooth and coordinated supply chain operations.
• Ensure that transportation schedules and logistics activities are aligned with inventory and order requirements.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international transportation laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Monitor and mitigate risks associated with transportation, including damage, theft, accidents, and delays.
• Implement transportation management systems (TMS) and logistics technologies to improve tracking, route optimization, and real-time data analytics.
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies to enhance operational performance, such as GPS, RFID, and automation solutions.
• Manage relationships with third-party carriers, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring high service levels.
• Negotiate contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) with external logistics partners.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of products to customers.
• Address and resolve transportation or logistics-related customer complaints and issues.
• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of transportation and logistics operations.
• Explore and adopt eco-friendly transportation options, such as electric vehicles or alternative fuels.
• Provide regular reports on transportation performance, cost analysis, and key metrics to senior management.
• Use data to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement within transport and logistics functions.

Requirements:

•  At least 1 year of work experience
• HND/BSc. in any field of study