Senior Logistics Officer

Job Description:

Job Purpose: The Senior Logistics Officer will oversee asset management, facility management, fleet management, warehousing, and logistics quality control. They will supervise logistics and warehouse staff, fleet operations, drivers, and facilities staff.

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all logistics activities, adhering to financial control mechanisms for procurement and stock management.
• Consolidate and review monthly logistics reports, outlining action points and timelines for achieving them, with necessary follow-ups.
• Manage fleet procurement, rental, leasing processes, and maintenance operations to ensure high availability, performance, and user satisfaction at minimal cost.
• Support the Country Manager – Zambia in developing annual budgets and operational plans.
• Implement best practices for repair and preventive maintenance programs to reduce total ownership costs and extend asset lifespan.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment in the fleet comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including proper maintenance, registration, and licensing.
• Assist the Logistics Manager in providing training on logistics policies, procedures, and processes.
• Collaborate with the logistics manager to establish performance objectives, indicators, and personal development goals.
• Manage incoming and outgoing stock according to warehousing and stock management standards, ensuring appropriate storage conditions.
• Ensure all stock is properly accounted for and dispatched with necessary documentation and authorizations.
• Assist in capacity building, training, and mentoring junior logistics colleagues.
• Track project supplies from dispatch to delivery using relevant criteria and variables.
• Document all stock movements using standard documents (GRNs, Waybills, Stock Releases, Stock Cards, Stock Reports).

Required Skills:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Trustworthy and reliable.
• Team player.
• Sober-minded and composed under pressure.

Primary Areas of Accountability:

• Qualifications and Experience:
  • BS/BA Degree in Procurement and Logistics or related field.
  • Minimum of 4–6 years of relevant experience in fuels operations, transportation/fleet management, truck maintenance, and fleet procurement.
  • At least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role, sales, or customer service.
  • Experience with ERP software is advantageous.
  • Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is a plus.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven experience in creating shipping/delivery routes and schedules.
  • Good experience in tracking shipment progress.
  • Must be a member of CIPS/CILT.

QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please email your CV and cover letter, stating your salary expectations to [email protected] and copy [email protected].

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