Logistics / Transport Superintendent Job in Kenya

Position: Logistics / Transport Superintendent

Industry: Manufacturing

Reports to: Plant manager

Location: Wote- Makueni

Our client in the manufacturing
industry is seeking to recruit a Logistics / Transport Superintendent.
Successful candidates will be responsible for Overseeing all logistics and
transport functions.

Main Accountabilities and
Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and evaluate logistics operations liaising with
  internal stakeholders, contractor, suppliers, logistics providers,
  transportation companies and customers.


• Create and implement best practice logistics principles,
  policies and processes across the organization including SoW, Bill of
  Quantities and service awards to improve operational and financial
  performance.


• Deliver solutions to logistics problems while maintaining
  high levels of quality and service within budgetary requirements.


• Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport
  costs.


• Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures
  for product transit or delivery


• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify
  inefficiencies and cost optimization opportunities


• Identify and resolve any inventory discrepancies and ensure
  inventory and system records are in agreement


• Manage, coach and develop a high performing team that meets
  agreed objectives and delivers best practice results, added value and
  continuous improvements.


• Set departmental objectives/KPIs and review and assess
  ongoing performance of direct reports


• Ensure that all functions under supervision operate in
  accordance with health, safety and environmental policies and procedures
  to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors


• Hold responsibility for department budget ie logistics and
  transportation.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all connected
  with the logistics process.


• Ensure all completed orders are dispatched on time.


• Conduct or review environmental audits for logistics
  activities to ensure processes are as environmentally friendly as possible
  
  work on the requisitions and purchases of equipment upon approval.


• Ensure statutory compliance in terms of licensing,
  permitting, certifications, etc.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSC with over 3 years’ experience or Technical Diploma with
  over 5 years of experience in logistics management in a
  manufacturing/logistics or supply chain environment.


• Fluent knowledge of English- Management skills basic courses
  (preferred)


• HSE basic courses (preferred)


• Basic knowledge in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
  software, Bill of Material (BOM) and customer data system.

Required Competencies

• Expert knowledge of technical regulations related to
  logistics such as import/export, customs regulations and fleet management
  including security requirements.


• Organization Processes: Internal Standard, Site Management


• Supports and technologies: Standard ISO, TQM and Quality
  system, Technical requirement and Standard


• Compliance: Local/National and International Standard and Codes,
  Health, Safety, Environment, Quality


• Strong computer skills are imperative


• Demonstrate accountability on sense of ownership, resource
  optimization and analytical skills.

Required Personal Capabilities

Problem Solving; Flexibility;
Planning target control; Decision Making; Spirit of Enterprise; Communication;
Listening and reception; Relations management; Staff management and development

HSE

• The Transport & Logistics Superintendent should ensure
  that all transport and logistics activities are carried out in a safe
  manner.


• They must ensure that vehicles and equipment are properly
  maintained, and that drivers and operators are trained on how to use them
  safely.


• They must also identify and mitigate any potential safety
  hazards in the transport and logistics operations and ensure that
  employees are aware of these hazards and how to avoid them.


• They must ensure that the transport and logistics operations
  comply with all relevant HSE regulations and standards.

Apply at ats.flexi-personnel.com latest
by 9th May 2023 under Logistic/Transport Superintendent job posting.

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