Logistics and Transportation Manager is responsible for getting goods to the right place at the right time and organising the distribution of goods. Youll ensure that the right products are delivered to the right location on time and at a good cost. You may also be involved in transportation, stock control, warehousing and monitoring the flow of goods.
Understanding the whole supply chain is important so that you can coordinate it effectively and liaise with suppliers, wholesalers, retailers and consumers.
Responsibilities
Plan and manage supply chain and vehicle routes
Allocate and manage drivers / staff according to changing needs
Evaluate performance and quality of the vehicles drivers and to plan improvements
Manage and monitor staff on a regular basis
Conduct staff training on a regular basis
Knowledge in IT systems to manage stock levels, delivery times and transport costs
Improve customer satisfaction analysing logistical problems and implementing new solutions
Ensure the health and safety of all employees under the Logistics department.
Motivate other members of the team
Upkeep the documents records of all vehicles and employees up-to-date
The preparation of management reports by analysing various data