General Manager – Logistics Full Time

Job Summary

The General Manager is responsible for profit and loss of the business unit. The job requires acquiring and managing clients for logistics and supply chain operations for the company s clients. This includes coordinating the transportation distribution and storage of perishable goods as well as optimizing supply chain processes to ensure timely delivery and costefficiency. The Logistics Manager will work closely with suppliers manufacturers and customers to ensure seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities:

General Management :

The General Manager is responsible for revenue enhancement and profit and loss of the business unit. Build and maintain client relationships managing contracts and service levels. Lead business development efforts and analyze performance metrics. Manage pricing and procurement preferably in logistics or shipping.

New Business Development : Manage accounts develop indepth market knowledge; generate new sales leads contract negotiation and sales closure. update Sales activities regularly in the CRM system.

Supply Chain Management:

Develop and implement logistics strategies to ensure the efficient and costeffective movement of the goods from suppliers to customers.

Transportation Coordination:

Oversee the selection and management of transportation carriers negotiating contracts to ensure competitive pricing and service levels.

Inventory Control:

Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.

Warehouse Management:

Supervise warehouse operations including the receipt storage and dispatch of goods ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Logistics Planning:

Create and execute logistics plans that align with production schedules sales forecasts and customer demands.

Cost Management:

Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement measures to reduce logistics expenses without compromising service quality.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure all logistics operations comply with quality standards safety regulations and company policies.

Vendor Management:

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors ensuring reliable and timely delivery of goods.

Process Improvement:

Continuously assess and improve logistics processes to enhance efficiency reduce lead times and improve customer satisfaction.Oversee budgeting financial performance and compliance.

Reporting and Analysis:

Prepare and present regular reports on logistics performance key metrics and areas for improvement.

Team Leadership:

Lead and develop the logistics team providing direction training and support to ensure high performance.

Problem Resolution:

Address and resolve any issues or disruptions in the logistics process implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years in handling profit and loss, new client acquisition and servicing for a logistics company for Perishable export business. Able to work in different time zone to address client’s logistics, supply chain, cargo and procurements. Must have handled financial management of the unit.

Education

Graduate or Post graduate with Relevant Experience