Head, Warehouse and Logistics at Health Plus Limited

Reference No: HP/WL/2019
Location: Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Contract Type: Permanent

Job Functions

• Compliance & Regulatory Affairs, Distribution, Logistics, Management, Product Management, Quality Control, Retail, Safety & Security, Supply Chain,Warehousing

Industries:

• Distribution, Warehousing & Freight,Ecommerce,Fmcg (Fast Moving Consumer Goods Sector),Food & Beverages,Freight / Shipping / Transport / Import / Export,Logistics,Manufacturing,Pharmaceutical / Medical / Healthcare / Hygiene,Retail,Supply Chain,Wholesale

Specification

• Direct the warehouse & logistics department which is part of the supply chain division
• Develop and direct strategies for the warehouse & logistics department. Ensure these strategies are aligned with the overall goals of the organisation
• Develop and implement the strategies through the scorecards for the division
• Develop and implement an inventory optimisation plan, a warehouse optimisation plan and logistics optimization plan for the division
• Drive business efficiencies through standardisation of policies, processes and procedures across the department
• Prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and monthly reports for warehouse & logistics department.
• Implement and driving a culture of continuous improvement within warehouse & logistics department.
• Establish and maintain networks that foster and promote excellent relationships with all relevant stakeholders
• Ensure timely delivery of goods to the retail outlets
• Plan the arrangement of goods within the warehouse and organize special requirements for certain stock, such as chilled goods or fragile products
• Ensure productivity targets are met and maintain computerized administration and automated storage and retrieval systems
• Accountable for the proper handling, storage and reconciliation for all products in the warehouse
• Collate accurate Inventory data for management information and decision making
• Collate accurate stock data for report on availability of goods for efficient movement of products through the distribution network
• Ensure good record keeping and provide clear reconciliation of goods received from vendors
• Ensure adequate and smooth fleet management for the distribution centre.
• Ensure damaged stock are transferred to designated stacking area and records kept for decision making
• Ensure proper housekeeping inside the warehouse at all times
• Maintain warehouse staff job results by training, coaching, counselling, disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Ensure effective utilization of manpower and warehouse equipments
• Provide adequate supervision to ensures proper maintenance of warehouse equipments
• Ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the warehouse and stock
• Plan regular inspection to ensure implementation and continuous compliance to HSE policies as it affects warehousing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or other related field with ten (10) years relevant experience
• 5-7 years relevant experience in either the Retail, FMCG or Pharmaceuticals sectors
• Membership of a recognized, relevant professional body (e.g. Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Management Nigeria)
• IT Savvy
• Excellent leadership & influencing skills
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Numerate, with good finance abilities and capable of managing budgets
• Strong forecasting and planning skills; able to correct assess the needs of the Business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage multiple competing priorities while consistently meeting deadlines
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Good negotiation, numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of developing standards and inventory controls
• Good problem solving and decision making skills
• Strong Time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and strong attention to details
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office skills like Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of HSE Policies, Procedures and Systems, and proven commitment to delivery of the same.