Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Freight Manager is responsible for managing all inbound/outbound freight operations for Al Yasra Foods Company. The Freight Manager will lead initiatives that will reduce freight costs and improve freight service levels. The Freight Manager will work alongside a wide range of internal and external stakeholders utilising his/her excellent freight knowledge and expertise to deliver agreed objectives in line with the overall business strategy.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
• To develop the overall freight operational strategy and direction in alignment with the company’s strategy.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key shipping lines and freight forwarders.
• Investigate and plan the most appropriate route for shipments, taking account of the nature of the goods, cost, transit time and security.
• Negotiate freight contracts, transportation and handling costs.
• Reduce freight costs and improve freight service levels.
• Lead strategic freight cost saving initiatives with suppliers.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and other factors that could affect the movement of freight.
• Lead freight procurement services that reduce costs whilst improving services.
• Ensure compliance, KPI's, SLA's, cost saving and performance measures are identified, tracked and achieved.
Job Details
Date Posted:2013-04-22
Job Location:Al Farawaniyah, Kuwait
Job Role:Logistics
Company Industry:FMCG
Preferred Candidate
Career Level:Management
Degree:Bachelor's degree / higher diploma
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