Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager (GMG/SEG 1): Salary scale: $3,501,526.00 - $4,709,163.00

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Senior Director Preparedness & Emergency Operations the Logistics Manager has responsibility for managing the logistics activities of the National Emergency Operations Centre during disasters and expediting relief operations.  In particular, responsible for maintaining stocks of vital relief supplies which will be needed during disasters or emergencies.  

MAIN FUNCTIONS:

• The procurement of equipment, machine and supplies required for disaster response activities.
• Maintenance of a manual and computerized system of inventory control for all warehouses.
• Liaison with the Customs Department and shipping agencies to ensure the expeditious movement of incoming and outgoing relief supplies and equipment.
• Supervision of the issue of relief supplies from all warehouses.
• The overall management of all warehouses.
• Liaison with external stakeholders regarding logistics activities during disasters and emergencies. 
• Sub Regional Focal Point responsibilities associated with humanitarian logistics.
• Updating of the internal logistics capacity resource database
• Interfacing with the Parish Emergency Stores and ascertain resource needs
• Work with the NEOC to harness and manage transportation assets to aid in the distribution of emergency relief items.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• General Administrative Training.
• Knowledge in Inventory Control
• Excellent records management skills.
• Knowledge in Inventory software.
• Knowledge in Warehouse Management software

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Oral communication
• Written communication
• Analytical thinking
• Problem solving and decision making
• Interpersonal skills
• Financial and business acumen
• Planning and organising

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Public or Business Administration, Management Studies or its equivalent.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management/Logistics
• Experience in the field of purchasing and the Government of Jamaica Procurement Guidelines.

Interested persons may send in their applications including cover letter and resume no later than May 22, 2024 to the: -