Operations Manager- Logistics
About the Role
The Logistics Manager will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end logistics and supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency, cost effectiveness, and timely delivery of goods. The role will focus on optimizing distribution networks, managing third-party 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 third-party
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 high-performance culture and
ensure operational excellence.
- Implement KPIs to measure logistics
performance and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's
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 problem-solving skills.
- Strong
analytical skills with proficiency in logistics and supply chain management
software.
- Ability
to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.