Job Description
Job Description
- We seek exceptional professionals with a strong warehouse/inventory management background and a demonstrated long-term passion for sustainable agricultural development.
- We are looking for extraordinary candidates who are proactive; please only apply if you fit the criteria:
- As a Logistics and Delivery Officer, you will be responsible for executing daily delivery tasks and ensuring efficient transportation of resources to various locations, including warehouses and field sites.
- Your main focus will be on timely and accurate delivery execution, resolving operational challenges as they arise, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
- You will collaborate with transporters and internal teams to ensure smooth operations, requiring some guidance and support from your manager for complex situations.
Key job responsibilities
- Daily delivery execution
- Plan and execute daily delivery schedules in coordination with transporters and warehouse staff.
- Track delivery performance and report any discrepancies to your manager.
- Ensure all deliveries are executed on time and within agreed parameters.
- Communicate delivery updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Cost Management and Compliance
- Monitor and report delivery costs, suggesting improvements when possible.
- Ensure transporters adhere to predefined routes and pricing agreements.
- Support in managing payments to transporters by receiving and reporting invoices
- Improvement Initiatives
- Support the team in identifying areas of improvement in delivery efficiency.
- Participate in feedback collection and process reviews to enhance performance.
- Work with cross-functional teams to address routine delivery challenges.
Qualifications and Required Skills
- 1-2 years experience in logistics operations, including managing inventory, and warehouse operations.
- Diploma or a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in the supply chain, economics, business administration, or related fields from recognized institutions with a Nysc certificate or Discharge letter.
- Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency in email, internet usage, Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Google Suite for data analysis, presentation, and report writing.
- Proactive in identifying issues within the logistics process and finding effective solutions.
- Demonstrates integrity and a positive attitude