This role ensures that products are imported, stored, and delivered efficiently, safely, and on schedule, while maintaining Jotun quality standards and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supply Chain & Logistics

• Manage inbound shipments from Jotun manufacturing hubs, ensuring timely documentation, customs clearance, and freight coordination.
• Plan and schedule regional distribution to dealers, contractors, and key accounts.
• Optimize transportation routes and logistics partners to control costs and improve delivery performance.

2. Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, and dispatch.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and monitor slow-moving, fast-moving, and expired/aging inventory.
• Implement FIFO/FEFO and ensure proper handling of paints, chemicals, and coatings per Jotun standards.
• Enforce safety, environmental, and HSE procedures within all warehouse facilities.

3. Operational Efficiency

• Develop and implement SOPs to improve productivity, accuracy, and operational workflow.
• Lead initiatives to enhance order fulfilment, customer responsiveness, and inventory turnover.
• Monitor KPIs such as OTIF (On-Time In-Full), warehouse efficiency, shrinkage, and logistics cost.

4. Team Leadership

• Supervise warehouse staff, delivery teams, and logistics personnel.
• Recruit, train, and develop employees, with a focus on safety and operational excellence.
• Conduct performance reviews and foster a culture of accountability and teamwork.

5. Vendor & Partner Management

• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, trucking companies, and packaging suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with Jotun distributor requirements and standards.

6. Compliance, Safety & Quality Control

• Ensure adherence to regional regulatory requirements, including customs, transportation, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain proper HSE documentation and conduct regular safety audits.
• Ensure quality control measures are followed to prevent contamination, leaks, or product damage.

7. Budgeting & Reporting

• Prepare and manage operational budgets, including warehousing, logistics, transportation, and equipment.
• Provide regular operational reports and data analysis for senior management.
• Support financial forecasting through accurate demand planning and inventory data.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in operations or supply chain management (distribution, FMCG, or industrial coatings preferred).
• Experience managing warehouse teams and logistics processes.
• Knowledge of paint/coating storage and handling is an asset.

Skills

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems / ERP software.
• Strong communication and vendor-negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-island distribution environment.