Available Position (Company name withheld)

Job Purpose:

The Senior Logistics Officer will play a critical role in driving the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations to support the company’s overall objectives. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end logistics process, including deliveries, inventory management, and supplier coordination, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to high standards of quality and timeliness.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Support the development, implementation, and review of logistics strategies to improve operational efficiency and achieve company objectives.
• Oversee daily deliveries, inventory management, and supplier coordination to ensure timely execution and compliance with quality standards.
• Serve as the first point of escalation for Logistics Officers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to resolve operational challenges.
• Ensure accurate daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of vehicle deliveries and inventory movements, investigate discrepancies, and submit timely reports.
• Coordinate delivery plans with the GPS department and other relevant teams to ensure vehicles are ready for dispatch.
• Maintain accurate chassis-level records of vehicle readiness, location, and delivery status.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) and assembly issues before dispatch.
• Coordinate logistics operations during emergencies and act in the Logistics Supervisor’s absence to ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with other departments to align logistics priorities with business needs.
• Identify and implement process improvements, and support the development and rollout of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Key Performance Indicators

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 1 working year experience in logistics management or related fields.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of supply chain management and logistics operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Should be employed by Watu for a minimum of 6 months