Logistics Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Warehouse & Inventory Management: Oversee facility operations, maintain stock accuracy, manage returnable assets or packaging, and conduct regular audits.
• Transportation & Fleet Coordination: Plan shipping routes, select transport modes (road, rail, air, sea), schedule dispatches, and track deliveries.
• Vendor & 3PL Management: Negotiate freight rates, manage third-party logistics providers, and enforce service level agreements .
• EXIM & Compliance: Handle import/export documentation, customs clearances, safety regulations, and trade compliance.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Monitor logistics spend against departmental budgets, track KPIs (such as cost-per-delivery or transit time), and reduce waste.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and coach warehouse or logistics staff while coordinating cross-functionally with sales, procurement, and customer service.