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Job title : Logistics Operations Manager
Job Location : Lagos
Deadline : October 06, 2024
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Job Description:
- Develop and implement warehouse policies, procedures, and operational guidelines to ensure efficient & safe warehouse operations, compliance with regulations, & customer satisfaction.
- Plan and coordinate the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods, materials, and products, optimizing the warehouse layout, storage systems, and workflow to maximize space utilization & productivity.
- Supervise warehouse staff, including warehouse supervisors, forklift operators, pickers, & packers, providing leadership, direction, & training to ensure performance and productivity.
- Monitor inventory levels, stock movements, and replenishment activities, conducting regular cycle counts, audits, & inventory checks to maintain accurate inventory records and prevent stockouts or overstocking.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, security protocols, & workplace health standards, conducting regular safety inspections, training sessions, and emergency drills to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
- Coordinate with procurement to schedule inbound & outbound shipments, track delivery schedules, & resolve logistics issues to ensure timely & cost-effective transportation of goods.
- Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control software to manage inventory, track shipments, generate reports, & analyze warehouse performance metrics, such as order fill rates, cycle times, & accuracy.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., APICS, CSCP) is a plus.
- Proven experience in warehouse management, distribution, or logistics operations, with a track record of managing warehouses or distribution centers.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management principles, logistics processes, & supply chain best practices, with experience in implementing warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Familiarity with safety regulations, security protocols, and workplace health standards governing warehouse operations, including NAFDAC, SON, & other local regulatory requirements.
- Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop warehouse staff, fostering teamwork, accountability, & a culture of continuous improvement.
- Analytical & problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to analyze data, identify trends, & make data-driven decisions to optimize warehouse operations & solve complex logistics challenges.
- Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control software, & Microsoft Office applications for data analysis, reporting, & communication.
Required Skills:
- Warehouse management
- Inventory management
- Logistics coordination
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Analytical skills
- Safety management
- Project management
- Adaptability
How to Apply for this Offer
Send your application to careers.bogo@outlook.com
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