The Logistics Coordinator role involves managing, monitoring, and optimizing the movement of goods, materials, and inventory throughout the organization’s supply chain. This position is crucial for ensuring timely delivery, accurate stock management, and seamless coordination among suppliers, warehouse teams, and internal departments. The ideal candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in handling multiple priorities within a fast-paced work environment.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination
- Plan, schedule, and track all inbound and outbound shipments.
- Ensure the timely dispatch and delivery of goods in line with customer and internal requirements.
- Coordinate effectively with suppliers, transporters, and warehouses to promptly resolve delivery and stock issues.
- Optimize routes, schedules, and shipment methods to reduce operational costs and improve overall efficiency.
Team Management & People Leadership
- Supervise, coordinate, and support logistics staff to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Allocate tasks, set daily priorities, and monitor both individual and team performance.
- Coach, mentor, and train team members to enhance productivity, accuracy, and compliance.
- Enforce discipline, attendance, and strict adherence to company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Conduct performance staff appraisals and develop relevant professional development plans.
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare and maintain accurate logistics documentation, including delivery notes, invoices, waybills, and customs paperwork (where applicable).
- Ensure full compliance with internal SOPs, regulatory requirements, and transport guidelines.
- Report discrepancies, delays, damages, or losses immediately and propose effective corrective actions.
Communication & Collaboration
- Serve as the primary point of contact between warehouse staff, suppliers, transporters, and internal teams (Procurement, Finance, Sales, etc.).
- Provide regular updates on delivery status, stock availability, and delivery performance metrics.
- Promptly address and resolve all logistics-related complaints or queries.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly logistics and inventory reports.
- Identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies within the supply chain and recommend strategic improvements.
- Assist in the implementation of best practices across logistics operations.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in logistics or supply chain coordination.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail, robust problem-solving ability, and a proactive mindset.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
