General Manager - Logistics job from Intalent Pvt Ltd in Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka

Supply Chain / Logistics / Procurement

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Direct the process of the company & operations (operational processes, policies & procedures, Standard Operating Procedure’s, staff recruitment, training, selection of suppliers, local regulatory requirements..etc)
• Develop & Execute the Business Plan.
• Develop Sales & Marketing efforts (including new client prospecting, develop suitable proposals for new customers) for the company to achieve revenue growth and secure new clients.
• Develop all key suppliers to ensure company performance targets are met
• Develop the key anchor client relationship through value added initiatives, innovative logistics solutions
• Provide guidance & direction for logistics solutions to customers & internal productivity/quality improvement projects
• Ensure compliance in Environment, Health and Safety , Financial, Systems & Controls
• Set targets & performance evaluation of same on regular basis ensuring continual improvement
• Motivate, Direct & Develop the team to achieve their goals & targets

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree & or similar professional qualification. An MBA or a relevant post-graduate degree or logistics / SCM related professional qualification will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 20 years experience in the Sri Lankan logistics (Transport, CHB, Freight, 3PL) industry
• Excellent Analytical & Communication skills ( A good command of English both written & spoken is essential)
• Excellent relationship management, networking & negotiation skills
• IT savvy & good financial acumen
Experience in port agency related matters would be an added advantage.