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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | NEW ZEALAND TOP EXECUTIVE MAY 2008 |
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Logistics Director |
| Position Code: | 8000 | | | |
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Responsible for
Controlling and directing the receipt, warehousing, transport and distribution of the materials associated with the production of the company's product range. |
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Reports To
Chief Executive/Managing Director |
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Supervises
A team of logistics, warehouse and distribution staff. |
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Main Activities
Coordinating a national warehousing and distribution operation to ensure the efficient and cost effective supply of equipment.
Formulating logistics policies and strategies.
Ensuring the security of stock and assets.
Analysing procedures and implementing methods which optimise handling, storage and transport resources.
Negotiating cartage contracts.
Preparing and updating national logistics budgets, and regularly reporting performance.
Recruiting and training logistics staff.
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Key Skills
Strong analytical and organisational skills backed with formal training in logistics. Will have proven abilities in cost centre management, negotiation and industrial relations.
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Internal Contacts
Sales and service management, finance and accounting, human resources and industrial relations. |
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External Contacts
Suppliers, sub-contractors, union officials, Government departments, major customers. |
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Typical Experience
University degree. Likely to have 7 to 10 years of practical experience in a senior logistics role. |
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Other Comments
This is a specialised role based on "hands on" experience backed by formal training |
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