Varlostyle Logistics Limited is in the business of transporting a wide range of goods within Zambia and internationally. To expand its operations, the company is urgently looking for a dynamic, highly qualified and experienced individual for employment as a Logistics Officer.
Job Purpose:
The logistics officer will be responsible for the planning, oversight, management and coordination of logistics to ensure smooth accomplishment of day to day company operations and/ or projects.
Candidate Profile:
- Proven experience in logistics management.
- Proficiency in logistics and inventory management software
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English.
- In-depth understanding of transport logistics.
- Ability to work well with others
- Attention to detail
Key responsibilities:
- Fleet management (i.e., keeping costs reasonable, maximizing profitability, and minimizing risk).
Support the organization of driver logistics before, during and after return from assignments. - Ensure all cargo documentation, packaging, labeling and marking requirements, and all border clearance requirements have been met.
- Initiate and supervise routine periodic maintenance of company vehicles.
- Supervise insurance for vehicles, personnel and other company assets.
- Coordinate warehousing and stock management.
- Design and/ or revise company logistic guidelines to ensure continuous improvement.
- Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications;
- Minimum of a diploma in Transport and Logistics, Business Administration or related field from a reputable institution of higher learning.
- Must have minimum 2 years’ experience in the transport and logistics industry.
- Possession of a driver’s license is desirable but not a must.
- Ability to communicate in English.
Location of Assignment
The location of assignment is Lusaka, Zambia.
To Apply:
Send electronic submissions of your CV and cover letter to varlostylelogistics@safrica.com by 21st May, 2022 at 23:59 hours. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please include clearly the position in the subject line of the email (E.g., Frank Zulu_Logistics Officer).
