Senior Logistics Manager

Key Responsibilities

Inbound and Outbound Logistics

• Oversee inbound raw material receipts, documentation, and storage accuracy.
• Manage outbound dispatch, loading, routing, and delivery planning.
• Ensure timely distribution to customers, distributors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain strong coordination with Production, Sales, and Supply Chain.

Warehousing and Inventory Management

• Oversee warehouse operations, including storage, picking, staging, and loading.
• Ensure accurate stock records, cycle counts, and inventory controls.
• Maintain structured warehousing layouts and FIFO or FEFO practices.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives across storage and handling.

Fleet and Transport Management

• Manage Company trucks, vans, and third-party logistics partners.
• Monitor driver performance, route adherence, and safe driving standards.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance and servicing schedules.
• Manage fuel usage, GPS tracking, and transport cost optimisation.

Logistics Systems and Compliance

• Strengthen logistics processes, SOPs, and documentation standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee use of logistics systems, barcoding, tracking tools, and ERP or HRMIS integration.
• Provide timely and accurate logistics reporting and KPIs to management.

Continuous Improvement and Cost Management

• Analyse logistics data to improve efficiency, reduce losses, and optimise costs.
• Drive projects on route optimisation, warehouse efficiency, and operational discipline.
• Work with procurement and finance on cost controls and supplier management.

People Leadership

• Lead and develop teams across warehousing, dispatch, transport, and logistics coordination.
• Responsible for recruitment and training of the team.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and capability development.
• Build a disciplined, safety-focused, and high-performance culture.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or related field.
• Minimum seven to ten years’ logistics and distribution experience, with at least three years in a senior role.
• Strong understanding of warehousing, fleet management, routing, dispatch, and inventory control.
• Experience in FMCG or high-volume manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Proficient in logistics systems, ERP platforms, and data-driven decision making.
• Strong leadership, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

Personal Attributes

• Acts with integrity, professionalism, and ownership.
• Energetic, proactive, and committed to operational excellence.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
• Organised, disciplined, and consistent in follow-through.
• Collaborative, respectful, and able to work effectively across departments.
• Calm under pressure, solutions-oriented, and adaptable.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong analytical capability.