Logistician job at Private Company

Logistician

2025-08-26T06:49:32+00:00

FULL_TIME

Business Management and Administration

Transportation & Logistics

2025-08-29T17:00:00+00:00

 

Uganda

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Job Summary:

The Logistician is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing transportation and distribution operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective logistics management. The role involves managing shipment coordination, route optimization, compliance with transportation regulations, and liaising with suppliers, carriers, and customers. The Logistician plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while optimizing logistics processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transportation & Distribution:

o Organize and oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transport scheduling.

o Ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods while optimizing transportation costs.

o Coordinate with carriers, suppliers, and customers to streamline shipping operations.

2. Compliance & Documentation:

o Ensure compliance with national and international logistics regulations.

o Maintain accurate records of shipments, invoices, and customs documentation.

o Implement and monitor compliance with quality assurance and safety protocols.

3. Supplier & Carrier Management:

o Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with transport service providers.

o Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve favourable terms for the company.

o Monitor supplier and carrier performance to ensure adherence to agreed service levels.

4. Process Improvement & Reporting:

o Analyse logistics data to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

o Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and measure logistics performance.

o Prepare and present regular reports on logistics operations, costs, and challenges.

Key Performance Indicators:

• On-time delivery rate – Percentage of shipments delivered on schedule.
• Cost efficiency – Reduction in logistics and transportation costs.
• Supplier and carrier performance – Adherence to delivery schedules and contract terms.
• Order fulfilment rate – Percentage of customer orders fulfilled without delays.
• Customer satisfaction – Feedback and complaints related to logistics services.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management.
• Experience working with logistics software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of logistics, transportation planning, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of customs regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CILT, APICS, CSCP) is an
• Experience in international shipping and customs clearance processes.
• Familiarity with industry-specific logistics requirements.

Working Conditions:

• Office-based role with occasional travel to warehouses, suppliers, and distribution centres.
• May require working beyond regular business hours to meet deadlines.

1. Transportation & Distribution: o Organize and oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transport scheduling. o Ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods while optimizing transportation costs. o Coordinate with carriers, suppliers, and customers to streamline shipping operations. 2. Compliance & Documentation: o Ensure compliance with national and international logistics regulations. o Maintain accurate records of shipments, invoices, and customs documentation. o Implement and monitor compliance with quality assurance and safety protocols. 3. Supplier & Carrier Management: o Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with transport service providers. o Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve favourable terms for the company. o Monitor supplier and carrier performance to ensure adherence to agreed service levels. 4. Process Improvement & Reporting: o Analyse logistics data to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements. o Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and measure logistics performance. o Prepare and present regular reports on logistics operations, costs, and challenges.

 

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management. Experience working with logistics software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

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