Logistics Manager at Kilombero Sugar Company Limited

Application deadline 2017-09-10

Location

Kilombero Morogoro

Description

Daily News 28/7/2017
Kilombero Sugar Company Limited, the largest producer of sugar in the country, invites applications from qualified, positive, trustworthy and results-oriented individual to fill the position of Logistics Manager.
We are looking for a reputable and Innovative Logistics Manager to be responsible for the overall supply' chain management. He/she will organize and monitor storage and distribution of sugar. The ideal candidate should be an experienced logistics professional with passion for the job, able to lead the warehousing and Logistics teams and implement the sugar flow from our warehouses to customers or inter depot transfers to enhance business development and ensure sustainability and customer satisfaction.
The position will be reporting to the Commercial Director.

Duties and Accountabilities;
• Define, develop and implement logistics strategies, establishing policies, procedures, performance metrics and resources requirements to ensure reliability, speed and service to our customers.
• Develop and oversee implementation of a national warehousing strategy to ensure the right volume is available in all our key priority markets
• Develop an effective transport solution that minimizes cost
• Identify opportunities for improving services delivery methods and procedures by using collected data and analyze numbers to influence tactical operational improvements
• Provide assistance in warehouse space utilization, designs facility, layouts to achieve maximum storage efficiency, makes recommendations as appropriate, and develop delivery schedules.
• Understand operating procedures and make recommendations to improve efficiency and performance
• Provide proactive, positive leadership to warehouse team, while overseeing the execution of all daily operational activities
• Provide constructive input towards demand planning and Sales & Operational Planning
• Ensure that staff maintains consistent compliance with governing policies and procedures
• Communicate timely and effectively on all appropriate aspects of business management with designated manager, sales management etc.
• Resolve any arising problems or complaints
• Meet cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets

Manning Specifications:
• Bachelor's degree in business, Logistics Operations, Finance, Engineering or other related field
• Proven experience in logistics
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management
• Ability to lead and manage staff
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Power point, Word and Excel

APPLICATION
All letters of application should be accompanied with relevant copies of certificates, a detailed CV testimonials and at least three referees. These should be addressed to the undersigned to reach him: not later than two weeks from the first appearance of this advert. 'Email' address kscl@illovo.co.za
HUMAN .RESOURCES MANAGER,
KILOMBERO SUGAR COMPANY LIMITED,
P.O BOX 5O,
KIDATU.