Senior Logistics Manager

About the Role

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company is seeking a Senior Logistics Manager to oversee the organization's inbound and outbound logistics operations. This full-time position is responsible for managing all aspects of logistics to ensure high-level service quality, customer satisfaction, profitability, cost-efficient operations, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The role requires 8 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice logistics vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to improve operational performance.
• Plan, manage, and evaluate logistics operations, liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies, and customers.
• Deliver solutions to logistics problems while maintaining high levels of quality and service within budgetary requirements.
• Oversee quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs.
• Manage and negotiate rates and contracts with transportation and logistics providers.
• Recommend optimal transport modes, routes, or frequency.
• Interpret trends, analyze and review data, and provide meaningful logistics data to aid customer service and cost improvements.
• Identify savings by removing waste or unnecessary steps in the logistics process.

Operational Duties

• Direct and negotiate logistics costs for 3rd party logistics providers, assisting yearly budget goals.
• Establish standard operating methods to manage logistics operations efficiently.
• Direct continuous improvement initiatives and identify inefficiencies and cost optimization opportunities.
• Ensure compliance of the Logistics Team with all applicable Company directives, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all parties connected with the logistics process.
• Ensure customers receive their products/materials in a timely manner and good condition.
• Resolve problems concerning logistics systems, imports or exports, or customer issues.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.

Team Leadership and Development

• Manage, coach, and develop a high-performing team that meets agreed objectives and delivers best practice results, added value, and continuous improvements.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure that all functions under supervision operate in accordance with health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of staff and visitors.
• Keep abreast of emerging technology changes and innovation through formal and informal study, networking, and participation in professional organizations.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.

Experience Required

Candidates should possess 8 years of experience in logistics management.