Logistics and Inventory Manager at iProcure Ltd

This role will be critical in ensuring that as iProcure grows, the logistics structure remains sufficient to meet the additional needs.
Detailed Responsibilities:

Logistics management:

• Manage timely delivery of products to multiple locations at the least possible cost.
• Ensure regulations for transport and storage for goods are kept.
• Identify, negotiate and manage relationships with external transporters.
• Manage crisis in cases of truck breakdowns.

Inventory management

• Analyse lead times and ensure optimal stock quantities are maintained.
• Develop and enforce shrinkage mitigation systems.
• Ensure all products are tracked (e.g. Batching and bar-coding.)
• Use past data to forecast on demand.
• Keep finance and procurement team updated on inventory requirements.

Team Management

• Train warehouse teams on how to use the Inventory management database.
• Ensure that all warehouse managers are performing within the set KPIs.
• Ensure company standards are maintained in all warehouses.

Does this sound like you?

• 5-10 years’ experience in logistics and inventory management working with diverse products.
• You have experience utilizing data in forecasting, inventory and replenishment optimization, scheduling and load building, etc.
• You have hands-on experience in at least one ERP system (e.g. SAP, InFlow, Excel) and ability to train warehouse teams on how to read the data.
• Prior experience in team management and demonstrated skills in coaching.
• The thought of travelling 30% of the time within Kenya to meet with your team and clients excites you.
• You are ready to roll up your sleeves and make things happen. You are resourceful and readily embrace challenges.
• You foresee the possible logistics challenges and plan for them.