Responsible for overall coordinating the shipping and receiving of supplies, goods, foods, and parcels.
The role of logistics planner is, in part, a supervisory position. Part of their duties includes making sure the employees involved in the shipping or receiving process perform their assigned tasks up to standard.
Responsible on determining the specific labor needed, to assign employees tasks, and make sure they understand how their task fits into the overall project.
Planning out shipping and receiving projects using knowledge of project management and proficiency in project management software
Meeting with suppliers and vendors to negotiate specific logistics details
Analyzing distribution data and suggesting improvements based on key performance indicators
Preparing and presenting reports to senior management to help with decision-making
Overseeing supply chain employees to ensure they perform project tasks up to standard
