Warehouse & Logistics Officer at Deola Sagoe

Job Description

• The Warehouse & Logistics Officer will perform a number of duties aimed at ensuring that the operations of the warehouse runs smoothly on a daily basis.
• This will include maintaining and operating a warehouse containing a wide variety of materials. Running the inventory and warehouse operations while ensuring that the inventory system is fully operational.

Key Elements of the Role

• Report to the Head, Supply Chain
• Plan, organize, supervise and participate in daily warehouse operation and activities, including the receipt, documentation, storage, safety and distribution of materials and maintenance of inventory
• Route, schedule, pack and prepare orders for delivery; load vehicles; schedule and oversee deliveries and pick-ups
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and logs and prepare reports as required; maintain inventory of items in the warehouse; file records as required; supervise the assembly of inventory printouts and catalogues as required
• Verify quantities of goods delivered, inspect for damage; and sign delivery tags
• Prepare and maintain records concerning the receipt and issuance of materials
• Observe health and safety regulations; maintain warehouse in a clean, safe and orderly condition
• Update computer inventory control records
• Perform periodic physical inventory and reconciles with inventory records
• Assist in determining proper inventory levels, ordering points, and ordering quantities
• Confer with user departments and provide cost information for budgeting purposes
• Advise on methods to improve receiving, storing, and distributing materials and supplies; and maintain stock control records
• Liaises with Head, Supplly Chain and other stakeholders to minimize inventory and eliminate obsolete items
• Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures; advise of budget-related needs
• Track usage of supplies and report on any incidence of abuse
• Supervise, coach and train other warehouse staff

Desired Skills & Experience

• A good Degree in a relevant field with at least 3-5 years of proven experience providing executive support in a structured organisation
• Experience in the retail industry or in a fast growing company is an advantage
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff
• Proficient in standard logistics software
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Good record keeping and reconciliation skills
• Good oral & written communication skills
• Good Computer Skills
• Customer Satisfaction
• Warehousing and stock control methods and procedures
• Methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials
• Warehouse operations, logistics, procedures, equipment and terminology
• Space utilization and inventory techniques
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies
• Health and safety regulations
• Record-keeping techniques
• Inventory methods and practices
• Principles and practices of training and providing work direction
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Automated warehouse inventory system

Compensation & Benefits

• N720,000 – N1m (Gross Annual Income)
• Medical Insurance
• Pension Contribution
• Telephone Allowance