Senior Logistics Officer
Job Description
The Senior Logistics Officer will spearhead the procurement and logistics operations, ensuring compliance with company policies, ISO 9001:2015 standards, and local regulations. The role demands strategic planning, negotiation, and management of logistics and transportation services to fulfill company and client needs.
This role is designed for a resilient, innovative thinker who can handle stress and multitask effectively, ensuring the smooth operation of the Company’s logistics activities. The ideal candidate will be a strategic planner with a strong quantitative background, capable of leading the team to success.
Responsibilities
- Lead procurement processes in line with Company policies and standards.
- Formulate and execute logistics strategies to enhance transportation, customer service, whilst fully complying to Qatar laws and regulations.
- Negotiate and finalize contracts to always secure the Company’s interests.
- Manage the logistics function, maintaining ISO 9001:2015 standards throughout the procedure.
- Monitor agreements, oversee invoices and payments.
- Advise on shipping best practices and administer international shipments ensuring regulatory compliance in addition to inbound and outbound logistics.
- Prepare and manage import/export documentation, for timely and cost efficient delivery.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to secure smooth logistics operations.
- Maintain precise logistics records, ensuring data integrity within electronic systems.
- Achieve set targets in terms of cost, productivity, accuracy, and timelines.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and quality systems.
- Independently manage multiple projects, showcasing strong organizational skills.
Procurement Scope of Work:
- Evaluate and register suppliers, negotiating terms and conditions. · Issue and administer end to end procurement.
- Sustain positive supplier relationships and efficiently resolve disputes. · Manage & evaluate Vendors.
Logistics Scope of Work:
- Ensure orders and shipments are in place and on schedule.
- Manage shipping documents and secure pre-approvals for clearance operations.
- Secure transit insurance for shipments and confirm orders meet specifications.
- Provide cost-effective logistics solutions and maintain strong service provider relationships.
- Fulfill accounting requirements and prepare payment to allocate project costs.