Logistics Manager at Adexen Recruitment Agency

Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a multinational FMCG company in Nigeria to recruit Logistics Manager for its operations in Nigeria.

Our client, a multinational fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) company, is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Logistics Manager

Job reference n°: 824
Industry: Consumer Goods
Location: Kano- Nigeria
Function: Supply Chain

Job Description

• Recommends optimal transportation modes, routing, equipment and frequency internally and externally.
• Establish and monitor specific supply chain-based performance measurement systems.
• Create policies or procedures for logistics activities.
• Plan or implement material flow management systems to meet production requirements.
• Train shipping department personnel in roles or responsibilities regarding global logistics strategies.
• Maintain metrics, reports, process documentation, customer service logs, training and safety records.
• Implement specific customer requirements, such as internal reporting or customized transportation metrics.
• Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports, or customer issues.
• Participate in carrier management processes, such as selection, qualification, or performance evaluation.
• Monitor product import or export processes to ensure compliance with regulatory or legal requirements.
• Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures for product transit or delivery.
• Direct distribution center operation to ensure achievement of cost, productivity, accuracy, or timeliness objectives.
• Negotiate hands in hands with the DMD for transportation rates and services.
• Design models for use in evaluating logistics programs or services.
• Supervise the work of logistics specialists, planners, or schedulers.
• Prepare or file environmental certification applications.
• Negotiate with suppliers or customers to improve supply chain efficiency or sustainability.
• Recommend purchase of new or improved technology, such as automated systems.
• Develop risk management programs to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios.
• Plan or implement improvements to internal or external logistics systems or processes.
• Collaborates with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
• Analyze the financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes or mixes, or carriers.
• Direct inbound or outbound logistics operations, such as transportation or warehouse activities, safety performance, or logistics quality management.
• Analyze all aspects of corporate logistics to determine the most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products or supplies.
• Direct or coordinate comprehensive logistical or reverse logistical functions for product life cycles, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, recycling, reuse, or final disposal of resources.
• Communicate freight transportation information to customers or suppliers, using transportation management, electronic logistics marketplace, or electronic freight information systems where applicable, to improve efficiency, speed, or quality of transportation services.
• Conduct and review environmental audits for logistics activities, such as storage, distribution, or transportation.
• Implement and monitor environmental management, accounting, or audit systems.

Requirements

• Good first degree from a reputable higher institution.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in logistics management.
• CILT certification is an added advantage.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with good attention to details.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good Negotiation skills.
• Good numerical skills and be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic accountancy to successfully fulfill the role.
• Excellent management skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to speak Hausa fluently is required.

Remuneration
Attractive Package.

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online