Logistics and Warehouse Assistant Manager at Jotun

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

• Jotun Kenya is looking for a dynamic and results- driven Logistics and Warehouse Assistant Manager to manage our Logistics and Warehouse operations.
• In this pivotal role, you will lead and elevate our logistics and warehouse function by enhancing its developments based on Jotun’s values and in accordance with local, regional, segment, and corporate objectives and guidelines. Your leadership will be key in ensuring achievement of overall objectives related to safety, profitability, competitiveness, customer satisfaction, service, and quality.
• This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and reports to the Logistics and Warehouse Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Warehouse and Logistics team in line with Leadership Expectations and tools to develop, coach, and guide its members to ensure a workforce that is competent, engaged, and enabled to meet Jotun’s current and future needs.
• Lead the Warehouse and Logistics team function by implementing and monitoring procedures and guidelines to ensure that Warehouse and Logistics activities are compliant with local laws and regulations, ISO 9001, ISO14001 and ISO 45001, Jotun Operations System, and Jotun’s HSEQ Management system.
• Responsible for implementing, monitoring and enforcing the HSEQ management system across the organization.
• Initiate, drive, and follow up continuous improvement activities by implementing the Jotun Operations System and follow up through agreed KPIs.
• Run efficient freight and warehouse tenders and research and suggest cost-effective shipping methods in cooperation with Purchasing.
• Set transportation operations guidelines, monitor delivery performance, review and approve transportation contracts, and advise on delivery improvements.
• Responsible for CSD (Customer Service Department), purchasing, and logistics teams to maintain the right stock levels, and arrange stock counting and activities to ensure correct inventory is displayed in the system.
• Manage warehouse operations like receiving and picking, quality control, and expiry date follow-up.
• Maintains the physical condition of the warehouse by planning and implementing optimal layouts, inspecting equipment, issuing work orders for repair, and requisitions for replacement.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Qualifications:

• At a minimum, a bachelor’s or master's degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management/ Operations Management/ Business Administration.
• 5 to 7 years' experience in a Supply Chain/ Logistics and Warehouse role, and a minimum of four years of proven leadership experience in logistics, warehousing, and supply chain operations.
• Familiarity with Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality standards and regulations in Kenya, and the ability to implement and monitor company-wide compliance programs.
• Well conversant with end-to-end freight/customs procedures and regulations in Kenya.
• Demonstrated expertise in inventory control, distribution and procurement/ purchasing processes.
• Must be currently residing and legally authorized to work in Kenya.

Personal Qualities ideal for this position:

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully.
• Executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities.
• Quickly understands and analyses complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Communicates in a clear, precise, and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Capable of handling dynamic environments, resolving issues quickly, and adapting to changing priorities and business needs.