Job Description

Job Title: Land Transport Supervisor

Department: Logistics

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Job Purpose:
We are currently hiring a Land Transport Supervisor in Nairobi, Kenya, to oversee and optimize our logistics and transportation operations. In this role, the successful  candidate will ensure timely and cost-effective product delivery, maintain compliance with company policies, and drive continuous improvement.He or she Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Logistics and a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in materials management, preferably in the FMCG industry. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and assess logistics operations, collaborating with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies, and customers.
• Deliver logistics solutions while maintaining high-quality service within budget constraints.
• Monitor and optimize quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures for product transit or delivery by carriers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Manage delivery route planning to meet SLAs and ensure on-time, in-full delivery performance.
• Monitor delivery status and report discrepancies to the Logistics Manager.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Foster strong relationships with all parties involved in the logistics process.
• Conduct or review environmental audits for environmentally friendly logistics practices.
• Ensure statutory compliance in licensing, permitting, and certifications.
• Build partnerships to satisfy transportation and equipment needs of various users.

HSE Responsibilities:

• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and assessments for land transport vehicles and trucks.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining Safety Management System documentation.
• Collaborate with managers on risk assessments, procedures, work instructions, and guidelines for the Logistics Department.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Logistics.
• Must have 5 years and above of professional experience in materials management, preferably in the FMCG industry.
• Completion of basic management and HSE courses is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, Bill of Material (BOM), and customer data systems.
• Expert knowledge of technical regulations related to logistics, including import/export, customs regulations, and fleet management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in data entry and inventory software and systems.
• Compliance with local/national and international standards and codes, health, safety, environment, and quality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Problem-solving ability.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to take on a challenging role in logistics management, we invite you to apply for the Land Transport Supervisor position.

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