Logistic Officer
Malé / K. Atoll
jobs / Operations Management
Posted 2 weeks ago
The logistic officer is responsible for managing the flow of goods and assets between suppliers, business units, and various locations. This role ensures the proper logging, tracking, and dispatch of items, as well as coordinating the logistics for pickups and deliveries.
Responsibilities:
- Receive goods from suppliers, internal business units, and vendors, ensuring that all items are physically inspected for quality and accuracy.
- Accurately log received items into the inventory management system, categorizing items by type, quantity, and supplier information.
- Verify purchase orders against received items, flagging any discrepancies or damage for resolution.
- Ensure proper labelling and storage of items in the godown (warehouse) based on product type, shelf life, or frequency of use.
- Arrange and coordinate logistics for the transportation of items from the godown to various destinations, including suppliers, service providers, and internal departments.
- Plan and schedule pickups, deliveries, and returns of goods, ensuring adherence to timelines and reducing transportation costs where possible.
- Manage third-party logistics (3PL) providers, transport companies, and freight forwarders to ensure efficient movement of goods.
- Generate and issue dispatch notes for all items being delivered out of the godown to any location (internally or externally).
- Maintain a clear record of all outgoing shipments, including recipient details, delivery addresses, and delivery confirmation.
- Track the status of dispatched items to ensure timely delivery and resolve any delivery issues promptly.
- Maintain and organize all relevant procurement, logistics, and inventory documentation, including delivery notes, invoices, purchase orders, and service records.
- Ensure all documents are signed, dated, and stored properly, both digitally and physically, for easy retrieval during audits or inventory checks.
- Update and monitor inventory lists, tracking item usage, reordering needs, and any potential stock shortages.
- Coordinating with various business units, suppliers, internal/external vessels and vehicles and buyers at the Villa Procurement Department to achieve the above objectives in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Qualifications:
- A-Level qualifications with passes in English and Mathematics, or an O-Level pass if the candidate has relevant prior experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and familiar with tools like Microsoft SharePoint.
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as Oracle, is a plus.
Experience:
- Ideally, 2 years of experience in a similar role (e.g., stores, logistics, or related fields).
Skills:
- Strong organizational skills and excellent time management are essential for success in this role.
- Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the logistics chain, from loading staff and suppliers to business unit management.
- Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Flexible and results-driven, with the ability to adapt to delays in logistics and remain committed to completing tasks, even when setbacks occur.
Salary
Salary: MVR 14000 - 15000
Submission Deadline
15th February 2025, 12:00pm
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