Warehouse and Distribution Team Leader at BIC

JOB DESCRIPTION 

WAREHOUSING

• Overseeing operations which include Warehousing and Distribution operations.
• Implementing operational policies and procedures. Ensuring that the logistics operations comply with local, national, and international regulations.
• Ensuring effective and safe use of the Warehouse environment.
• Ensuring the safety of staff.
• Maintaining documentation and keeping accurate records of warehouse activities.
• Maintaining awareness and knowledge of the condition and location of the fleet vehicle.
• Manage weekly cycle counts and quarterly stock takes to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Partnering with suppliers to develop and maintain optimal storage and labelling that will support efficiency in inventory handling and storage.
• Facilitating communication between different departments and team members to ensure all parties are aligned on operations.
• Managing KPIs with 3PL to ensure optimal performance from suppliers.
• Maintaining Stock Accuracy above 99.98%

OUTBOUND DISTRIBUTION 

• Ensuring the safe transport of products to customers through 3PL.
• Ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of products to customer.
• Creating, implementing, and managing strategies and processes to guarantee all products, incoming and outbound, is sent and received on time.
• Manage and implement agreed-on SLAs with 3PL distribution partners.
• Manage documentation process for all export orders ensuring compliance with all statutory and internal requirements.
• Maintaining the picking and loading accuracy at 100%.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Manage workload and assigned tasks for the logistics team.
• Providing guidance, support, and leadership to ensure the team operates efficiently and effectively.
• In charge of the recruitment process for any staff changes within the logistics team.
• Coach and develop the logistics team.
• Manage performance appraisal for the logistics team.
• Ensure a safe working environment for the logistics team.
• Manage contracts for the outsourced employees within the logistics team.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor Degree in supply chain or any related field is an added advantage.

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE 

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Logistics supervisory roles.
• Experience working in a manufacturing outfit.