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Operations Manager/ Logistics MIS Executive

Bidvest Prestige
Cape Town Full-day Full-time

Description:

ROLE PURPOSE

Job Summary:

The Logistics MIS Executive is responsible for maintaining and analyzing logistics data to support efficient operations, timely reporting, and decision-making. This role involves the development and maintenance of dashboards, reports, and systems to track logistics performance, inventory movement, freight costs, and service levels.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collect, compile, and analyze data from various logistics functions (transportation, warehousing, inventory, delivery).
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports on logistics KPIs such as TAT, OTIF, freight costs, delivery timelines, and service levels.
  • Monitor and report on stock movements, inventory levels, and shipment status.
  • Coordinate with warehouse, transporters, and vendors to obtain required data and ensure accuracy.
  • Create and maintain dashboards using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
  • Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
  • Highlight deviations and exceptions in logistics operations with actionable insights.
  • Assist in logistics budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
  • Ensure timely escalation and resolution of logistics-related issues through data insights.
  • Support audits and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.

Key Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros) and other analytical tools.
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Power BI / Tableau or other visualization tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, IT, or a related field .
  • 2–5 years of experience in MIS or logistics operations.

Preferred Experience:

  • Working knowledge of logistics processes (inbound, outbound, 3PL, last mile).
  • Experience in managing large datasets and generating actionable reports.
  • Familiarity with logistics KPIs and performance tracking

Requirements:

  • Collect, compile, and analyze data from various logistics functions (transportation, warehousing, inventory, delivery).
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports on logistics KPIs such as TAT, OTIF, freight costs, delivery timelines, and service levels.
  • Monitor and report on stock movements, inventory levels, and shipment status.
  • Coordinate with warehouse, transporters, and vendors to obtain required data and ensure accuracy.
  • Create and maintain dashboards using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
  • Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
  • Highlight deviations and exceptions in logistics operations with actionable insights.
  • Assist in logistics budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
  • Ensure timely escalation and resolution of logistics-related issues through data insights.
  • Support audits and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros) and other analytical tools.
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Power BI / Tableau or other visualization tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, IT, or a related field .
  • 2–5 years of experience in MIS or logistics operations.
  • Working knowledge of logistics processes (inbound, outbound, 3PL, last mile).
  • Experience in managing large datasets and generating actionable reports.
  • Familiarity with logistics KPIs and performance tracking
26 May 2025;   from: careers24.com

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