Job Summary

• Provide strategic oversight and direction for the Logistics Function of the Company including inbound and outbound logistics of the operation.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Champion the development and articulation of the Logistics Division’s strategy, policies and processes and ensure alignment with the corporate strategy, goals, and objectives.
• Develop and implement strategies and tactics for improving operational efficiencies for inbound logistics and outbound logistics of the Company, while improving service levels and reducing cost.
• Establish and implement leading practice supply chain management policies and practices.
• Develop and oversee proper management of relationships with third party service providers within the supply chain (such as transporters, customs/ clearing agents, etc) and ensure compliance with agreed service levels.
• Oversee optimal planning and coordination for inbound & outbound materials logistics of the Company
• Collaborate with relevant functions (such as Procurement, Production, and Sales & Marketing) to develop Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and ensure adherence to agreed SLAs.
• Establish and monitor performance measurement systems for the logistics function
• Develop risk management programmes to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios or product delivery disruption scenarios
• Ensure both local and third-party carrier compliance with the Company’s policies and procedures for product transit or delivery.
• Manage the human and material resources of the department to optimize performance and enhance output
• Assign detailed responsibilities to subordinates and supervise them to ensure timely delivery of high-quality results
• Motivate, guide, and ensure knowledge transfer and capacity building of subordinates
• Review and authorize key expenditures/transactions of the Department in line with approved departmental budget and manual of authority
• Ensure periodic meetings to communicate departmental goals/targets and agree work plans
• Prepare and agree career development plans (in conjunction with HR Department) and conduct periodic performance appraisals for departmental staff
• Prepare and submit periodic activity/management reports to the Plant Director on the activities of the department
• Act on behalf of; and perform any other duties assigned by the Plant Director

Requirements

Work Experience

Minimum of thirteen (13) years’ work experience with at least four (4) years’ experiences in a senior management position.

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth understanding of the cement manufacturing industry in terms of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, legislation, etc.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the organisation’s product and service offerings.
• Ability to act independently and proactively, exercising maturity, resilience, and responsibility
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Excellent knowledge of the principles and methodologies of supply chain management.
• Very good knowledge of existing laws and regulations governing exportation, importation, and local transportation in Ghana and DCP’s areas of operation.
• Good understanding of the distribution and logistics network in Ghana and DCP’s areas of operation
• Working knowledge of logistics HSE policies.