Logistics Specialist

Job description / Role

Description

Plan warehouses and distribution centers for efficiency in both operations and capacity.

Organize transportation activities, including storage of goods, managing information accrued from point of origin to delivery, orchestrating transportation movements, and arranging for services as necessary.

Coordinate and track movement of goods through logistic pathways.

Execute logistics plan to move products and packages to reach destinations on schedule.

Maintain quality throughout the logistic processes.

Handle all logistics activities of export and import materials, spare parts, and gold shipments.

Search and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers.

Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases.

Create and maintain good relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Negotiate appropriate contracts for pricing and supply.

Examine and review products and supplies to ensure quality.

Track incoming inventory, delivery arrival time, and note actual arrival time.

Organize and update database of suppliers, delivery times, invoices, and evaluation of suppliers.

Ensure all deliveries contain all goods requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, logistics, or any relevant field.
• Strong understanding of logistics systems and country's regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Works well with deadlines.
• Knowledge of logistics systems.
• Understanding of transportation limitations and regulations.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or construction is a must.
• Previous experience in import and export companies is a plus.