Distribution Manager Jobs in Kenya

Job Title:
Distribution Manager

Reports to:
CEO

Company Profile:
Our Client is a Hardware (tools, building materials, industrial equipment) and home-ware (garden and home accessories) super store.


Main Purpose of the Job

The Distribution Manager plans, coordinates, and organizes the distribution and storage of materials and products.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervising the cost, quality, quantity, and good efficiency of the storage and movement of goods.
• Controlling and coordinating the order phase and colligated information systems.
• Establishing and implementing business strategies, plans, and objectives.
• Analyzing information to monitor plan performance improvements and product and goods demand.
• Managing and allocating staff resources accordant with changing needs. Managing and allocating employee and financial resources.
• Arbitrating and negotiating with supplies and customers.
• Implementing and supporting programs and policies of organization.
• Analyzing logistical problems, developing new solutions and increasing business growth by winning new contracts.
• Negotiating with warehouse operators, insurance company representatives, and carrier for preferential rates and services.
• Implementing safety and health procedures among transport staff.
• Evaluating the inventory costs and freight costs associated with transportation to ensure appropriate costs.

Skills and Specifications:

• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Able to communicate intimately with others.
• Ability to delegate duties.
• Should motivate transport staff members.
• Able to efficiently and effectively handle shifting and multiple priorities.
• Should have sturdy problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills.
• Ability to lead, and influence employees.

Education and Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Administration or Business Management.
• Masters degree in Business Administration is an added advantage.
• 8-10 Years experience in the specified field

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.
Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted