Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage all daily freight related requests.
- With carriers and freight forwarders to achieve cost effective solutions for local and international logistics movement
- Strong relationships with logistics suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and high service levels.
- Freight quotations and issue purchase orders in line with approved quotations and prior to service engagement.
- And control logistics costs, identify cost-saving opportunities and initiate strategies to reduce expenses without compromising service quality
- Comparisons and analysis of freight costs between multiple forwarders.
- Monthly logistics reports and submit to logistics manager
- Necessary documentation and records related to shipping, receiving and storage.
- Ensure all logistics activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Stay informed about changes in legislation affecting logistics and adjust processes accordingly.
- Respond to and resolve logistics issues in a timely manner.
- Develop and implement practical solutions for logistics challenges, ensuring minimal impact on operations and service.
- Conduct yearly suppliers’ evaluation and compile related reports within the specified deadlines.
- Utilize logistics it systems to optimize procedures, track shipments, and manage data.
- Closely with procurement and warehousing teams to optimize supply chain operations.
- With internal departments and external partners to ensure alignment of logistics with overall business goals. Communicate effectively with management and provide timely updates.
- To learn and adapt to new practices and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies in all logistics activities.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
- Experience in logistics operations, with at least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Knowledge of logistics principles, practices, and regulations.
- Of logistics software and erp
- To prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- To detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Any additional certification in logistics or supply chain managements a plus