Job Description
- Application Deadline: Sat, 25 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT
- Position: Logistic Manager
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 3 - 4 years
- Location Lagos
- City Lekki
- Job Field Logistics 
Job Description
- As the Logistics Manager for our brand,you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the supply chain, inventory management, and distribution operations to ensure seamless delivery of premium products.
- You will play a critical role in maintaining the brand’s commitment to excellence, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while supporting its global or regional expansion.
Responsibilities
Supply Chain Management
- Plan, implement, and monitor the entire supply chain to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and finished products.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and transportation partners to ensure high-quality and cost-effective logistics solutions.
- Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and other legal requirements in all operating regions.
Inventory Management
- Monitor inventory levels across warehouses to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Implement inventory control measures to reduce shrinkage, overstocking, and stockouts.
- Collaborate with the production and sales teams to forecast demand accurately.
Logistics Operations
- Coordinate and oversee product distribution to retail outlets, e-commerce customers, and salons, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
- Manage third-party logistics providers and evaluate their performance.
- Optimize routes, shipping methods, and transportation costs while maintaining quality standards.
Process Improvement
- Identify inefficiencies in the logistics process and propose cost-saving and efficiency-enhancing measures.
- Use technology to automate and streamline logistics and inventory processes, such as warehouse management systems (WMS) or enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead, train, and manage a team of logistics coordinators and warehouse staff.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, production, and customer service) to align logistics strategies with business objectives.
Quality Control
- Ensure that all logistics processes uphold the brand’s luxury standards.
- Address any issues in the supply chain that may compromise product quality or customer experience.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-4years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, preferably in a luxury or FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) sector.
- Proficiency in logistics software (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or similar).
- Strong understanding of global shipping practices, customs regulations, and inventory management.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience working with luxury brands or in the beauty and haircare industry.
- Proven track record of reducing costs and improving supply chain efficiency.
- Knowledge of sustainable logistics practices to align with brand values.