Job Description
A logistics or distribution manager’s key task is to organize the safe and efficient storage and distribution of goods, and to ensure that orders are fulfilled (carried out) correctly. There's some overlap with the position of warehouse manager, although logistics managers' work is at a more macro level – they analyse logistical problems and plan transportation routes for vehicles carrying goods, for example. Other responsibilities include:Other responsibilities include: Organizing shipments Coordinating drivers, vehicles, loads and journeys Operating IT systems to manage timings, costs and stock levels Analyzing data to assess performance, discover logistical problems and devise plans for improvements Negotiating and agreeing contracts Planning for and negotiating technical difficulties Preparing paperwork for regulatory bodies Liaising with and managing staff and shifts Monitoring stock and managing waste Ensuring health and safety standards are met. Working hours can vary depending on the industry and the type of employer. Some jobs require working evenings and weekends, while some involve shift work and on-call duties.
Requirements
Ability to work well in a team, as well as to manage and motivate others Logical reasoning and problem-solving skills Ability to think creatively Interpersonal skills Skills in data analysis, including working with electronic data Logical reasoning Time-management ability Ability to plan ahead and deal with unexpected changes.
