Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager manages and plans for logistics policies, objectives, and initiatives. Creates procedures for logistics management to optimize product workflow and minimize cost. Being a Logistics Manager has responsibilities for vendor selection and negotiation, distribution, transportation, and inventory control. Typically requires a bachelor’s degree. Additionally, Logistics Manager typically reports to a senior manager. The Logistics Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Logistics Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required.

Logistics Manager Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Logistics Manager to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Approval of amendments to Demand plan setup file;
  • Demand Planning;
  • Generate detailed Demand Plan and Supplier order rolling forecasts;
  • Evaluate demand plan in terms of optimum order quantities and recommend accordingly to COO for approval;
  • Oversee Demand Planning.

Requirements:

  • Optimization experience essential;
  • Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain Management;
  • Experience in Automotive Industry preferred;
  • Relevant tertiary qualification;
  • Bachelors degree in Logistics / Transport Management;
  • Matric;
  • 5 years logistics experience in the automotive industry;
  • Advanced warehousing and distribution management experience;
  • Strong planning skills with the ability to handle multiple projects through to completion and to manage competing priorities;
  • MBA/MBL will be an advantage;
  • Strong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills;
  • Proven analytical, problem solving and organisational skills;
  • Excellent attention to detail skills;
  • Commercial and financial acumen with a full understanding of the impact of failure in terms of business cost and customer fulfilment;
  • B.Eng./BSc. (Eng.) Degree or National Diploma.