Logistics Manager
Dangote Group, Ghana

JOB SUMMARY

• Provide strategic oversight and direction for the Logistics Function of the Company including inbound and outbound logistics of the operation.

Key Duties amp; Responsibilities

· Champion the development and articulation of the Logistics Division’s strategy, policies and processes and ensure alignment with the corporate strategy, goals, and objectives.

· Develop and implement strategies and tactics for improving operational efficiencies for inbound logistics and outbound logistics of the Company, while improving service levels and reducing cost.

· Establish and implement leading practice supply chain management policies and practices.

· Develop and oversee proper management of relationships with third party service providers within the supply chain (such as transporters, customs/ clearing agents, etc) and ensure compliance with agreed service levels.

· Oversee optimal planning and coordination for inbound amp; outbound materials logistics of the Company

· Collaborate with relevant functions (such as Procurement, Production, and Sales amp; Marketing) to develop Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and ensure adherence to agreed SLAs.

· Establish and monitor performance measurement systems for the logistics function

· Develop risk management programmes to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios or product delivery disruption scenarios

· Ensure both local and third-party carrier compliance with the Company's policies and procedures for product transit or delivery.

· Manage the human and material resources of the department to optimize performance and enhance output

. Assign detailed responsibilities to subordinates and supervise them to ensure timely delivery of high-quality results

. Motivate, guide, and ensure knowledge transfer and capacity building of subordinates

. Review and authorize key expenditures/transactions of the Department in line with approved departmental budget and manual of authority

. Ensure periodic meetings to communicate departmental goals/targets and agree work plans

· Prepare and agree career development plans (in conjunction with HR Department) and conduct periodic performance appraisals for departmental staff

· Prepare and submit periodic activity/management reports to the Plant Director on the activities of the department

Requirements

Work Experience

Skills amp; Competencies

• In-depth understanding of the cement manufacturing industry in terms of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, legislation, etc.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the organisation’s product and service offerings.
• Ability to act independently and proactively, exercising maturity, resilience, and responsibility
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

• Excellent knowledge of the principles and methodologies of supply chain management.
• Very good knowledge of existing laws and regulations governing exportation, importation, and local transportation in Ghana and DCP’s areas of operation.
• Good understanding of the distribution and logistics network in Ghana and DCP’s areas of operation
• Working knowledge of logistics HSE policies.

Benefits

TBD.

Job Rewards and Benefits