Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator at Vendease

Vendease is a fast-moving consumer goods e-procurement platform for B2B clients in Nigeria, with a mission to ensure hotels & restaurants are free to focus on catering for their customers. We take the problem of food supply-availability and quality off restaurant owners, so that they can focus on serving their customers. As an online marketplace, we give restaurants the opportunity to buy everything they need remotely and seamlessly from anywhere in the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

Under the direction of the Head of Logistics, the Logistics Coordinator develops the daily shipping/delivery schedules for goods using short-term projections while collaborating with operations.
Manages and tracks outbound and inbound delivery.
Assists in the completion of the daily inventory reconciliation; ensures the correct arrival and dispatch processes and procedures are being followed
Works cross-functionally with other departments to maximize efficiency and cost savings
Investigates reasons for late deliveries (If any)by communicating with other response teams. Identifies and quickly corrects service issues.
Examines and changes daily outbound schedule to ensure timely product delivery and optimal trailer utilization. Arranges customer supply/return loads as needed.
Utilize logistics IT to optimize procedures
Support with the recruitment of logistics staff according to availabilities and requirements
Plan and track the shipment of goods according to customer requirements
Keep logs and records of stock, executed orders etc.
Prepare accurate reports for senior management
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Ideal Person:

A minimum of BSc / HND is required
Minimum of five (5) years proven experience in the logistics/Supply Chain Management department of a freight and logistics company
Possess rich experience in building strong logistics networks
Experience in customer service will be appreciated
Knowledge of laws, regulations and ISO requirements
Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes
Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of logistics software (ERP)
Well organized and coordinated individual with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Formal training in Supply Chain Management will be well appreciated.