JOB VACANCY-LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR

HC Solutions Ltd is a Human Resources Management Agency registered in Rwanda. The Company has a team of highly experienced Human Resources professionals, with a rich exposure in various sectors including Banking, Hospitality, Telecom, Logistics, Manufacturing, NGO’s, UN Agencies etc.

On behalf of our client, HC Solutions Ltd is looking for a self-motivated, qualified individual with passion to join the team on the position of Logistics Supervisor.

Job Title: Logistics Supervisor

Organization Unit: Illovo Sugar Kigali

Reporting line: Manager / Illovo Sugar Kigali

Implement and drive Illovo Logistics Way and related standards to ensure Logistics excellence and cost optimization
Manage the warehouses and related processes to optimize cost, efficiency and productivity across the network
Ensure contracts are effectively negotiated and SLAs managed to the benefit of the company
Ensure effective management of warehouse resources and processes (people, consumables, material handling equipment and related administration)
Manage performance of Transport contractors to ensure effective execution of the Logistics strategy through LOC planning
Drive in-Country commercialization and customer centricity
Ensure talent and performance management are embedded in local ways of working
Promote a culture of continuous improvement
Drive in-Country commercialization and customer-centricity
Adhere to in-Country SHERQ standards and promote world class safety practices
The Job Holder will be responsible for performing the following duties:

Capture and analyze data to draw insights on the stock, finance and planning system (e.g. Sales Orders, Transfer Orders, Stock in Transit from Regional Contracts and Monthly Shipping Plans).
Contribute to planning on all transport & logistics systems to meet long term plans, ensure continuity/efficiency
Route to consumer enablement and execution
Scheduling and placement of domestic trucks and wagons at the warehouse to ensure that truck waiting times are minimized.
Provide input to and effectively manage the transport budget on a daily/weekly/monthly basis, by managing rates per allocation per transporter to always optimize transport costs
Manage the correct loading sequence to effectively facilitate multi-SKU/drop deliveries
Manage the compliance of all transport rates Government regulations and Statutory instructions to ensure that stock movements are in line with these laws
Manage timeous transporter payments to encourage cash flow & high truck availability.
Customer complaints capture and management
Communicate customer delivery updates until delivery is complete
Adopt and embed best practices, minimum standards, policies, processes, tools, technology and enablers through the Illovo Logistics Way and capability development strategy
Work with Group Logistics to implement cost effective and efficient warehouse management processes
Manage effective utilization of warehouses through optimization of warehouse efficiencies, MHE’s, layouts, put away / picking methods and movement processes, and initiation of improvements as required
Manage effective Min / Max inventory targets across the warehouse network in line with working capital
Manage transporter performance against logistics contracts for domestic (and export, where applicable) markets through measurement against KPIs and management of freight rates
Drive cost saving to optimize the cost of logistics through the TCOL system, without compromising agreed customer service standards
Ensure the effective picking, staging and dispatch of orders to achieve the defined customer-specific delivery schedules
Engage with Group Logistics to identify issues and opportunities for improvement in facilities, processes, metrics and subsequent activities, and to guide the Logistics strategy going forward
Work with Group to implement key metrics and measurement systems to monitor effectiveness of decisions and optimize the supply chain and its resources to deliver on the strategic plan
Develop, motivate and manage Logistics operational budgets
Identify and monitor KPIs to track performance and flag any issues
Drive benchmarking and continuous improvement analysis to flag gaps and optimize value in function
Promote and adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).
Direction: Understand the facts, listen to key stakeholders, and communicate objectives clearly, concisely and consistently
Alignment: Clearly define roles, responsibilities, and expectations, and think and act in ways that benefit the whole function
Commitment: Be consistent in what we say and do, clearly linking strategy to decision-making and performance
Develop: Build and develop own and team capabilities in Logistics.
Bachelors’ degree or equivalent in Supply Chain / Logistics / Transport Management
5 years’ experience in transport / fleet / warehouse management, with exposure to and understanding of supplier management and rates negotiations. Understanding of reverse logistics. Knowledge of export logistics is preferred where relevant in-country. Working knowledge of warehouse operations, including warehouse processes and best practice, material handling equipment, inventory management and safety requirements
Sound business acumen; leadership and management skills; relationship management skills to build effective partnerships with providers; analytical ability; planning and problem solving skills; effective communication skills; knowledge and ability to work with and optimize transport and warehouse management software systems

All interested applicants should submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic documents, and other relevant certificates [email protected]  no later than Wednesday 31^st May 2023 at 5 PM.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For more information about HC Solutions Ltd, please visit the below: https: https://hcsolutions.rw/