Supply Chain & Logistics Manager (Retail Industry Experience)

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates, plans, and manages delivery of the products to the customers in cooperation with the Store and Warehouse Managers, strictly in accordance with the company policies.
• Ensures high level of customer satisfaction through the performance of the Logistics and After Sales departments.
• Coordinates and manages transfers between the warehouses.
• Manages company Trucks fleet, ensures: the choice of the best routes to reach the customer, lowest expenditure; best service is provided.
• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain.
• Establishes performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting the Supply chain & Logistics .
• Identifying process bottlenecks in the Department operations and coming up with solutions to improve the overall effectiveness of the operation process.
• Develops, coordinates, and maintains detailed inventories of the Goods in the warehouses and in the store.
• Maintains and ensures required quantity of the Goods to optimize operations of the company.
• Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase efficiency of the department and profitability for the company.
• Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the Supply chain & Logistics while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes.
• Identifies optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution.
• Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; makes recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.
• Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.
• Coordinates the operation of company Warehouses and Distribution centers.
• Manage competency and skills, as well as motivating logistics, warehouse, distribution center personnel, including training and knowledge development.
• Manage stocks of the Store, warehouses, and Logistics center.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education Background

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Procurement, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• A Master's degree (MBA or MSc in Supply Chain/Logistics) is an added advantage.
• Professional certification such as CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport), CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), or CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution) is an advantage.

Key Skills & competencies

• Strong knowledge of supply chain, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and distribution management.
• Excellent planning, forecasting, and demand management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to lead and develop teams.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor/supplier relationship management skills.
• Strong understanding of procurement and inventory control principles.
• Experience in transport and fleet management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Experience managing inbound and outbound logistics across multiple locations.

Location: Accra

Salary: Attractive