Warehouse and Distribution Manager

Job Description : WAREHOUSE AND DISTRIBUTION MANAGER NIGERIA a multinational company, is currently recruiting suitably qualified Warehouse and Distribution Manager. Transport:? · Ensures the receipt, collation, and registration of all orders. · Negotiates transport costs to align with market trends. · Performs the suppliers’ evaluation quarterly. · Ensures that due diligence is performed on all Carrier providers · Ensures that all Carrier providers are duly registered prior engagement. · Regularly update the list of Carrier providers’ contact information on the Link Partners Application. · Follow-up to ensure prompt delivery of shipment after clearance. · Ensures that all QHSE requirements are met by Carrier providers. · Follow-up and monitor to ensure that Carrier providers respect policies. · Follow-up and monitor to ensure that Carrier providers respect the Business Code of Conduct. · Ensure to Pre-alert transporters on possible loading. · Supervise the allocation of jobs to various sub-contractors based on the orders received for the day. · Approve job orders. · Follow up and monitor to ensure all planned loading is achieved. · Follow up closely with the Operations Team to ensure all documents required for loading are available. · Follow closely on the return of transport documents. · Source for new Carrier providers and liaise with the safety and legal department for proper validation of documents. Logistics: · Plan routes and load scheduling for multi-drop deliveries. · Book deliveries and liaise with customers. · Allocating and recording resources and movements on the transport planning system. · Ensure all partners in the supply chain are working effectively and efficiently to ensure smooth operations. · Communicate effectively with clients and respond to their requirements. · Book subcontractors and ensure they deliver within agreed terms. Requirements · Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Certificate or Technical Certificate in a related field. · Minimum of 10 years experience in warehouse and distribution operations. · Provide oversight and direction to employees, by leading and coaching employees to meet expectations for productivity and quality in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures. · Support the development of work Instructions and/or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). · Works independently, and with senior management, to formulate long term improvement strategies. · Manage budgets reporting and financial control within areas of responsibility. · Determine and achieve departmental objectives in areas of processing accuracy, productivity, cost reduction, staff development and process improvement. · Young, smart, flexible and open for change · Monitor and control all costs related to the delivery process to ensure a cost-effective service. · Complete frequent analysis of operational activities to drive continuous improvement. · Develop, monitor and analyze KPIs to ensure the highest standards are achieved. · Develops, implements, revises and controls policies and procedures for all aspects of the warehousing and distribution operations. · Excellent communication skills. · Proficient knowledge in managing all aspects of warehousing · Knowledge of warehouse, distribution, documentation and transportation business · Customer service · Knowledge of basic finance fundamentals · Good supervisory and people management skills · Organizing and planning skills · Analytical and problem-solving skills · Negotiation skills · Good communication and influencing skills. · Should be Ready to travel to get settled · Should have a small family · Must be young, smart, flexible and open for change. Benefits · Competitive pay, bonus & local allowance · Comprehensive health insurance · Furnished accommodations/housing allowances (rent, water & electricity) · Transport facilities (car, fuel expense, designated driver) · Avenues for professional development · Chance to work as a leader · Grow with the company · Work life balance ?

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