Windward & Leeward Brewery Limited - Logistics Manager
The Windward and Leeward Brewery Limited (WLBL) and DuBoulay’s Bottling Company Limited (DBC) invites talented and enthusiastic professionals to apply for the following position:
LOGISTICS MANAGER
The incumbent will report to the Supply Chain Director and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, development and execution of the Logistics plan for WLBL DBC in alignment with local, regional and global supply chain standards. Working inclusively to deliver world-class customer service and support to all internal and external partners to service the local and regional markets.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure Long-term planning of warehouse resources (including staff, space and equipment) to run the warehouse operations cost effectively and to meet internal and external customer service requirements.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of incoming and outgoing stock, perform scheduled inventory checks, monitor controls and report on stock accuracy and stock position.
- Continuously identify quantity and quality risks and implement countermeasures to mitigate against any observed risks.
- Develop and execute a transportation plan to meet internal and external customer needs.
- Effectively plan staffing for logistics and warehouse activities, monitor for effective execution, set priorities and adjust on a daily basis.
- Optimize use of all assets RE: Running cost vs. utilisation.
- Management Reporting.
- Ensure adherence to all business controls.
- Ensure all aspects of 5s and TPM are fully embedded in day-to-day Warehouse and Logistics activities.
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable Local Legislation, Heineken Rules, Logistics Standards and Procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain or relevant field
- At least seven years’ experience in a similar role
- Full understanding of End-to-End Supply Chain function: Demonstrated understanding of financial and commercial functions as well as full understanding of planning, order management and transportation
- Solid understanding of Logistics and Inventory Management software
- Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
- Agile learner with exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite with particular emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent relationship building skills and ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization
- Experience in leading and managing a diverse team of individuals
Interested applicants should apply by submitting an updated CV with certified copies of relevant qualifications and three listed references as follows:
By E-mail preferred:
Email Titled “LOGISTICS MANAGER to recruitment@wlbl.lc
By Mail: “LOGISTICS MANAGER”
Windward & Leeward Brewery Limited
P O Box 237, Vieux Fort
By Mail: “LOGISTICS MANAGER”
Windward & Leeward Brewery Limited
P O Box 237, Vieux Fort
For further details on this employment opportunity, visit our website at http://www.wlbldbc.lc or https://careers.theheinekencompany.com/SaintLucia/?locale=en_GB
Deadline for Submission is Monday December 30, 2019.
Please note that only suitable applications will be acknowledged.
