Logistics Officer at BBOXX

Requisition ID: req1318
Reports to: Logistics Manager

Role Brief

• Overseeing shipments and delivery of goods and warehouse management

Key Responsibilities

• Control operational activities of the warehouse
• Overseeing transportation of goods from the warehouse location to shops and the reverse logistics
• Analyze shops and DC demand in the region and advise the manager accordingly
• Activate control units at the distribution center
• Supervise orders and arrange stocking of raw materials and equipment to ensure they meet needs.
• Keep logs and records of warehouse stock by ensuring correct use of the inventory management tool.
• Maintain and update accurate stock levels in the DC
• Production of reports and develop corporate metrics as and when required
• Oversee and monitor availability of stock to reduce stock shortage in the distribution center and shops.
• Work in accordance with all internal policies and procedures
• Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures and use all equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.

Description of Tasks

•  Design and implement an optimized logistics route for the region
• Be responsible for the full information about the stocks in the warehouse
• Arrange and prepare product picking lists to shops as per planned route
• Ensure timely delivery of the stock to all shops in the region
• Conduct stock management system audit and utilization and suggest improvements to the manager
• Give full details/information of all received items highlighting new models/versions to the manager.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all transactions and  physical  movement  of  materials  from  receipt  to stocking, to distribution.
• Implement corrective actions to maintain stock levels accuracy in the warehouse
• Design stockroom layout and other storage areas considering turnover, size, weight, and related factors of items stored.

Qualifications

•  A Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain or other related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in logistics
• Knowledge of logistics systems
• Attention to details
• Quality management skills
• Understanding of local transportation issues
• Good analytical skills
• Good communication skills.
• Mature, self-initiative and positive attitude
• Ability to respond and communicate effectively to departmental needs.