Logistics Executive (FMCG) at a Food and Beverage Company - Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited - Our client, a Food and Beverage company in the FMCG sphere, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Executive (FMCG)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• The logistics executive will be required to organize the storage and distribution of goods. Ensure that the right products are delivered to the right location on time and at a good cost.
• The individual may also be involved in transportation, stock control, warehousing, and monitoring the flow of goods.
• The key task is to organize the safe and efficient storage and distribution of goods, and to ensure that orders are fulfilled (carried out) correctly.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met
• Overseeing product storage, handling, and distribution
• Using computer software to track goods from origin to delivery
• Working on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process, and analyzing performance
• Managing and motivating a team of supply chain staff
• Improving the overall supply chain performance and looking for any possible innovations to the process
• Implementing new technologies and staying alert to new trends in the sector.
• Develop and implement a logistics process.
• Oversee warehouse operations.
• Review and approve purchase orders.
• Direct the activities of the logistics division.
• Collaborate with marketing executives to ensure that new products reach the right markets at the optimal time.
• Ensure goods are stored properly and at the right temperature.
• Conduct market research to learn about the demand for different goods.
• Determine what goods sell best to commercial businesses and consumers.
• Decide appropriate quantities of items to stock.
• Vigilant about streamlining operating efficiency, error, and increased productivity

Competencies / Skills / Requirements

• Minimum of First Degree
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage
• Must possess 5 years’ operational experience in logistics
• A logical and systematic approach to work
• Good time management ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team, as well as manage people
• Negotiation and analytical skills.

Application Closing Date
29th January, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.