Importation Leader

Job Title: Importation Leader

Job Overview : This role ensures that the flow of products from suppliers to customers is timely, cost-effective, and meets all quality standards. The Importation Leader will work closely with internal teams, external vendors, and customers

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the transportation of goods, ensuring timely deliveries, route optimization, and cost-effective shipping methods
• Supervise warehousing activities, including inventory control, storage, order picking, and stock rotation
• Collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and customers to ensure timely and accurate deliveries
• Develop and manage logistics budgets, monitor transportation and warehousing expenses, and find cost-saving opportunities
• Identify cost-saving opportunities in logistics operations, including optimizing shipping routes, minimizing inventory holding costs, and improving warehouse efficience
• Lead and manage logistics teams, including drivers, warehouse staff, and coordinator
• Provide training and development opportunities to staff members, ensuring high performance
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure logistics performance
• Analyze data on logistics efficiency, costs, and delivery times, and implement continuous improvement initiative

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, business, or related field (preferred)
• Advanced english
• Proficiency with SAP, WMS and Microsoft Office
• At least 3-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Skills:

• Analytical skills : Ability to analyze data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement
• Problem-Solving : Strong decision-making and troubleshooting skills, especially in dealing with transportation delays or supply chain disruptions
• Leadership: Ability to lead a diverse team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance
• Communication : Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal teams
• Attention to Detail : A keen eye for identifying discrepancies, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve logistics processes

Working Conditions:

• Full-time
• Office-based role