Lead and oversee all logistics operations, including transport planning, fleet control, and distribution of goods.
Coordinate daily transport activities, ensuring timely dispatch and delivery of sugar and sugar-related products.
Develop, implement, and monitor transport schedules to support production and operational plans.
Manage fleet performance, availability, utilization, and efficiency of all company vehicles and machinery.
Plan and control fuel usage, vehicle servicing, and repair schedules to ensure cost efficiency in transport operations.
Supervise and monitor the performance of drivers, transport clerks, and logistics staff.
Oversee documentation and record-keeping of transport operations, including trip logs, delivery notes, and fuel consumption reports.
Ensure compliance with road safety regulations, vehicle licensing, insurance, and statutory requirements.
Liaise with the Workshop team for preventive maintenance, repairs, and inspections of fleet vehicles and equipment.
Ensure effective tracking of company vehicles using GPS and other tracking systems to monitor route adherence and driver behavior.
Develop and enforce transport and logistics policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.
Prepare reports on logistics performance, transport costs, vehicle downtime, fuel consumption, and driver utilization.
Manage logistics budgets, cost control measures, and operational planning to minimize waste and optimize resources.
Coordinate internal transportation of raw materials, equipment, staff, and other logistical requirements.
Manage transport arrangements for special assignments such as sugar delivery, bulk transport, and staff movement.
Collaborate with Sales, Production, and Stores departments to align logistics support with business needs.
Ensure effective management of third-party transport providers and service level agreements (SLAs).
Lead continuous improvement initiatives in logistics operations, route planning, and fleet optimization.
Handle transport-related incidents, accident reporting, and investigation procedures.
Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance in all logistics and fleet operations.
Provide training, guidance, and performance appraisals for drivers and transport staff.
Coordinate logistics operations during peak periods such as sugarcane harvesting and product distribution seasons.
Manage inventory of transport-related equipment, tools, and vehicle spare parts.
Maintain updated transport-related compliance documents such as permits, insurance, and licenses.
Develop fleet replacement plans, asset management strategies, and vehicle acquisition proposals.
Perform any other lawful duties assigned by the supervisor.
Degree in Logistics Management, Transport Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.
At least six (6) years of relevant working experience in logistics, transport, and fleet management in an agricultural, manufacturing, or industrial environment, with supervisory responsibilities.
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