Logistics Manager (Plants & Landscape Supply)

Job Description:

• Manage and streamline the supply chain for plants and landscaping materials, ensuring efficient and timely delivery.
• Be responsible for the control, management and deployment of logistics assets and manpower across different departments and locations
• Recruit, hire, train, and schedule logistics staff and assets according to operational requirements, focusing on productivity improvement and cost reduction
• Schedule and oversee transportation of plants and supplies, optimizing routes and working with drivers to meet delivery deadlines
• Lead and develop a logistics team, providing guidance on best practices in handling plant and landscape supplies, as well as training on safety and logistics systems.
• Ensure that logistics assets are well-maintained, in good condition, and used effectively
• Utilise digital tools to optimise procedures and processes
• Forecast demand on logistics and plan accordingly
• Collaborate with sales and project teams to plan logistics based on client needs and project timelines.
• Establish and maintain proper record keeping to track productivity and standards
• Prepare accurate reports for upper management
• Arrange for, supervise and manage external logistics vendors as required
• Handle customer service enquiries pertaining to the fulfilment of customer deliveries
• Develop internal processes and SOPs to improve efficiency within the organisation
• Manage warehousing operations to improve overall efficiency of logistics function

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain management, horticulture or minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
• Experience in logistics, preferable in plants or landscaping supplies
• Possess leadership abilities, able to lead own team
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Basic knowledge of plant handling
• Valid Singaporean Class 3 driving license is a must, experience with commercial vehicles a plus. Driving record should be clean with no major traffic infringements in recent times.
• Computer-savvy, working knowledge of logistics software (ERP) a bonus