Job opportunity: Transit officer

• Supervises the movement, distribution and storage of supplies and materials in the company.
• Manage daily shipping and distribution operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all important documents such as advanced shipping notice, pick slips, bills of lading etc.
• Inspect labels, barcodes and other features of completed orders.
• Liaise and negotiate with customers and suppliers.
• Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs
• Select carriers and negotiate rates and contracts with transportation and logistics providers
• Collaborate with warehouse, purchasing and other managers to optimize processes.
• Plan and monitor inbound and outgoing deliveries.
• Supervise logistics, warehouse, transportation, and customer services.
• Research ideal shipping techniques, routing, and carriers.
• Work with other departments to incorporate logistics with company procedures and operations.
• Resolve issues regarding shipped orders.
• Ensure compliance to legal regulations and company policies
• Report to management on activities and issues
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Logistics manager and the Head of Logistics.

Requirements

Key Requirements

• Education and Work Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or relevant field.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

Skills and Competencies

• Solid knowledge of logistics procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of the consumer goods industry.
• Solid understanding of logistics and inventory management software.
• Good understanding of budgeting and reporting
• Outstanding analytical, problem solving and organizational abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent people-management skills.
• Computer savvy with excellent knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel)
• Experience in directing and evaluating subordinates
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving abilities

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time off
• Training and Development