Logistician
2025-08-26T06:49:32+00:00
Private Company
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FULL_TIME
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Business Management and Administration
Transportation & Logistics
2025-08-29T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
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Job Summary:
The Logistician is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing transportation and distribution operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective logistics management. The role involves managing shipment coordination, route optimization, compliance with transportation regulations, and liaising with suppliers, carriers, and customers. The Logistician plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while optimizing logistics processes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Transportation & Distribution:
o Organize and oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transport scheduling.
o Ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods while optimizing transportation costs.
o Coordinate with carriers, suppliers, and customers to streamline shipping operations.
2. Compliance & Documentation:
o Ensure compliance with national and international logistics regulations.
o Maintain accurate records of shipments, invoices, and customs documentation.
o Implement and monitor compliance with quality assurance and safety protocols.
3. Supplier & Carrier Management:
o Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with transport service providers.
o Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve favourable terms for the company.
o Monitor supplier and carrier performance to ensure adherence to agreed service levels.
4. Process Improvement & Reporting:
o Analyse logistics data to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
o Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and measure logistics performance.
o Prepare and present regular reports on logistics operations, costs, and challenges.
Key Performance Indicators:
- On-time delivery rate – Percentage of shipments delivered on schedule.
- Cost efficiency – Reduction in logistics and transportation costs.
- Supplier and carrier performance – Adherence to delivery schedules and contract terms.
- Order fulfilment rate – Percentage of customer orders fulfilled without delays.
- Customer satisfaction – Feedback and complaints related to logistics services.
Requirements:
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management.
- Experience working with logistics software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of logistics, transportation planning, and supply chain principles.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of customs regulations and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics management software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CILT, APICS, CSCP) is an
- Experience in international shipping and customs clearance processes.
- Familiarity with industry-specific logistics requirements.
Working Conditions:
- Office-based role with occasional travel to warehouses, suppliers, and distribution centres.
- May require working beyond regular business hours to meet deadlines.
1. Transportation & Distribution: o Organize and oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transport scheduling. o Ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods while optimizing transportation costs. o Coordinate with carriers, suppliers, and customers to streamline shipping operations. 2. Compliance & Documentation: o Ensure compliance with national and international logistics regulations. o Maintain accurate records of shipments, invoices, and customs documentation. o Implement and monitor compliance with quality assurance and safety protocols. 3. Supplier & Carrier Management: o Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with transport service providers. o Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve favourable terms for the company. o Monitor supplier and carrier performance to ensure adherence to agreed service levels. 4. Process Improvement & Reporting: o Analyse logistics data to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements. o Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and measure logistics performance. o Prepare and present regular reports on logistics operations, costs, and challenges.
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management. Experience working with logistics software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
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Vacancy title:
Logistician
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Transportation & Logistics]
Jobs at:
Private Company
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 29 2025
Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, August 26 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Job Summary:
The Logistician is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing transportation and distribution operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective logistics management. The role involves managing shipment coordination, route optimization, compliance with transportation regulations, and liaising with suppliers, carriers, and customers. The Logistician plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while optimizing logistics processes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Transportation & Distribution:
o Organize and oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transport scheduling.
o Ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods while optimizing transportation costs.
o Coordinate with carriers, suppliers, and customers to streamline shipping operations.
2. Compliance & Documentation:
o Ensure compliance with national and international logistics regulations.
o Maintain accurate records of shipments, invoices, and customs documentation.
o Implement and monitor compliance with quality assurance and safety protocols.
3. Supplier & Carrier Management:
o Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with transport service providers.
o Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve favourable terms for the company.
o Monitor supplier and carrier performance to ensure adherence to agreed service levels.
4. Process Improvement & Reporting:
o Analyse logistics data to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
o Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and measure logistics performance.
o Prepare and present regular reports on logistics operations, costs, and challenges.
Key Performance Indicators:
- On-time delivery rate – Percentage of shipments delivered on schedule.
- Cost efficiency – Reduction in logistics and transportation costs.
- Supplier and carrier performance – Adherence to delivery schedules and contract terms.
- Order fulfilment rate – Percentage of customer orders fulfilled without delays.
- Customer satisfaction – Feedback and complaints related to logistics services.
Requirements:
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management.
- Experience working with logistics software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of logistics, transportation planning, and supply chain principles.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of customs regulations and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics management software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CILT, APICS, CSCP) is an
- Experience in international shipping and customs clearance processes.
- Familiarity with industry-specific logistics requirements.
Working Conditions:
- Office-based role with occasional travel to warehouses, suppliers, and distribution centres.
- May require working beyond regular business hours to meet deadlines.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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