Logistics Manager Job at Xiaomi Technology

Xiaomi Technology was founded in 2010 by serial entrepreneur Lei Jun, who believes that high-quality technology doesn't need to cost a fortune. We create remarkable hardware, software, and internet services for and with the help of our Mi fans. We incorporate their feedback into our product range, which currently includes cutting-edge devices such as Mi Mix, Mi 6, Redmi Note 4, Mi TV, Mi Band and other accessories. With hundreds of millions of handsets sold across dozens of countries, Xiaomi is expanding its footprint across the world to become a global brand.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Logistics Manager
Job Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• We are looking for a charismatic and hardworking Logistic Manager who will oversee to the whole logistic operations, in accordance to best possible costs and down time periods, whilst generating management reports in line with spend versus budgets.

Job Description

• Responsible for managing fleet related operational costs in line with functional budget requirements
• Monitor cost and limit vehicle down-time, recommending performance change measures aimed to continuously improving and business position
• Formulation and implementation of regulations and strategies to manage logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer service accordingly.
• Prepare workforce schedules and ensure distribution workers follow safety rules.
• Partner and negotiate with clients, custom brokers, suppliers, manufacturers, and other partners concerned to maintain good public relationships.
• Generally, supervises daily operations of staffs within and outside region and give support when needed.
• Prepare monthly / yearly budgets based on plans and strategy put in place for smooth running of the company.
• Manage the control of flow packages to ensure customers receive products on time.
• Oversee Warehouse, inventory control, material handling, customer service, transportation, and planning of workers.
• Formulates employee management regulations and resolve any arising problems or complaints.
• Work to improve the efficiency of the company’s supply chain.
• Identify and collate enhancement opportunities and suggest solutions for improvement to top management.

Candidate Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Marketing or a similar discipline is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience with a global logistics/Express company is desired,
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of supervisory/managerial experience in a similar role.

Candidate Requirements:

• Have strong passion for in work, with the ability to adapt to strong work intensity
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to identify, communicate resolve issues, manage risk, and develop update and issue resolution summaries to the development team
• Excellent leadership abilities, with the ability to take initiative.
• Advanced MS Office (Excel, Power Point, Word) skills to and experience required
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Must be able to make sound and logical decisions.