Senior Logistics Officer at Sayed Farms Limited

Sayed Farms Limited is specialized in poultry sector covering all its major aspects, and also in the distribution of frozen food in the Nigerian Market. Our line of frozen products has expanded to include the finest quality of chicken, potatoes, cheese, vegetables, seafood, and ice cream products in the market. We are currently hiring an experienced and objective-driven candidates to fill the below positions

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Logistics Officer

Job Reference: SLO2025014
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of logistics/fleet management, ensuring timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
• Coordination with truck Drivers and organizing the receiving process for raw materials delivered by suppliers, including prioritizing arrivals.
• Customer Truck Management for instance to maintain an efficient truck schedule to ensure that first come, first dispatched.
• Weighbridge Monitoring & recording truck weights before and after offloading raw materials.
• Overseeing the security team to ensure compliance with company instructions and procedures.
• Managing the parking arrangements for suppliers and customer trucks, both inside and outside the factory premises.
• Coordination with the Quality Control staff to facilitate sampling and testing of received raw materials from the suppliers.
• Develop and implement strategies for inventory control, warehouse layout optimization, and stock accuracy.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including transportation, route planning, and delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards across all logistics and warehouse activities.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational efficiency and identify areas for improvement.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to achieve cost efficiency.
• Handle escalations related to logistics challenges and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Prepare regular reports on inventory, logistics performance, and cost analysis for senior management review.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred
• 8 - 10 years of experience in a similar role within the FMCG sector and preferably from Feedmill companies.
• Proven track record in warehouse management, logistics, and supply chain operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to optimize processes and drive cost savings.
• Proficiency in Fleet Management Systems (FMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CPIM or CSCP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Remuneration
Very attractive.

Application Closing Date
25th May, 2025.