analysing stock levels and establishing order schedules
coordinating drivers, vehicles, loads and journeys
analysing data to assess performance, discover logistical problems and devise plans for improvements
negotiating and agreeing contracts
keeping up to date with relevant legislation, such as health and safety regulations
planning for and negotiating technical difficulties
hiring, training and supervising staff
preparing paperwork for regulatory bodies
liaising with and managing staff and shifts
managing waste
ensuring health and safety standards are met.
Set distribution goals and plan and manage distribution operations to achieve the set goals.
Identify resources, perform workload assignments and provide assistances when required.
Conduct trainings to team members as needed.
Monitor team performances and provide feedback for improvements.
Oversee daily routes and improve route plans to ensure timely deliveries.
Follow and enforce company policies and procedures.
Address customer queries and ensure customer satisfaction.
Develop distribution budgets and manage expenses within the budgets.
Work with warehouse and transportation staffs to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
Perform cost negotiations with vendors and provide appropriate solutions for bulk distributions.
Ensure that company transport vehicles are maintained in good working conditions.
Develop cost reduction initiatives while maintaining productivity and quality.
Plan and schedule deliveries to meet customer needs.
Assist in inventory management activities including receiving, storing, rotating and handling supplies in distribution center.
Keyskills: distribution general assistant managers