Job Description
HEAD OF LOGISTICS AND INVENTORY - NKCC/HR.211/HOLI/29/02/2024.
Job Purpose
Reports to the Managing Director. The Head of Logistics and Inventory is responsible for
managing all the company’s inventory and transportation and ensuring optimal
utilisation of resources.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining an inventory of products at all times within the supply chain and
ensuring accountability of finished products and crates in the depots
Providing critical advice on the position of available stock on a daily basis and
reordering levels at the different stages of the supply chain
Coordinate order placement between the sales department and production
department in line with daily, monthly and annual projections.
Managing the movement of raw milk within the supply chain and the inter-creamery
transfer of finished products.
Managing the utilisation of company-owned vehicles and hired transport to ensure
proper usage and ensure the most efficient route is used to minimise transportation
costs.
Liaising with the sales department to transport products between the depots and the
market as and when required.
Liaise with the workshop on vehicle service records, schedules for maintenance
repairs, and motor vehicle insurance.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Person specifications
A minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience, with at least five (5)
years in a senior management role in a comparable and directly relevant field.
Master's degree (MSc or MBA) in Supply Chain Management or an equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution.
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply chain management, Bachelor of
Commerce in accounting, management, procurement, or equivalent qualification
from a recognised institution.
Diploma in Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution.
A management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised
institution.
Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution
Active membership with the Kenya Institute of Supply Management (KISM) or an
equivalent professional organization in good standing.
Working knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Valid driving licence.
Key competencies and skills
Highly organized and results-oriented.
Exceptional time management and communication skills.
Proven ability to manage teams, inventory, and resources effectively.
Keen and meticulous on details with a high degree of accuracy.
Excellent report writing skills
Extensive experience in fleet management.