Operations Manager- Logistics
Operations Manager- Logistics
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22-02-2025
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About the Role
The Logistics Manager will be responsible for overseeing the endtoend logistics and supply chain operations ensuring efficiency cost effectiveness and timely delivery of goods. The role will focus on optimizing distribution networks managing thirdparty logistics providers and ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics & Distribution Management
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics ensuring smooth operations across Ghana.
- Optimize warehouse and transportation processes to improve cost efficiency and service delivery.
- Ensure timely delivery of goods to customers while maintaining quality and compliance.
Supply Chain Operations
- Coordinate with procurement production and sales teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
- Manage inventory levels forecasting demand to avoid stock outs or overstocking.
- Implement best practices to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Manage relationships with thirdparty logistics (3PL) providers and ensure performance meets agreed SLAs.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Sales Finance and Procurement) to align logistics operations with business needs.
- Negotiate contracts with logistics partners and suppliers to optimize costs and service levels.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure adherence to local and international logistics regulations health & safety standards and company policies.
- Identify risks in the logistics process and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Implement security measures to prevent theft damage or loss of goods in transit.
Team Leadership & Performance Management
- Lead and develop the logistics team providing mentorship training and performance evaluations.
- Foster a highperformance culture and ensure operational excellence.
- Implement KPIs to measure logistics performance and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Logistics Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of logistics and supply chain experience with at least 4 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
- Experience in the FMCG industry is highly preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management transportation inventory control and demand planning.
- Proven ability to manage logistics vendors optimize costs and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Excellent leadership negotiation and problemsolving skills.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in logistics and supply chain management software.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Employment Type
Full Time
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