The Role
Coordinates purchasing, supplier transportation, receiving, inspection, stocking, inventory control, documentation, and dispatch of motorbikes and other items. Maintains accurate inventory records and reports, verifies deliveries, manages warehouse stock levels, and coordinates with technicians and onboarding officers to prepare bikes for customer deployment. Requires strong planning, organization, communication, attention to detail, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Summary Generated by Built In
Position: Logistics Officer, based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Generating Local Purchase Order and seeking approval from the Finance Manager.
- Arrange for transportation of stock from the supplier to Watu credit premises in a timely and cost-effective way.
- Receiving an invoice and other supportive documents from the supplier of the motor bikes or any other items supplied to Watu credit.
- Receiving and stocking all items delivered from the supplier.
- Inspection (verification) of all items delivered for any damages or discrepancies, report those to the management for reimbursements and record keeping.
- Ensure adequate record keeping and manage all documentation to confirm proper stock levels and maintain inventory control.
- Managing and maintaining inventory to operating level to avoid scarcity/surplus.
- Coordinating with technicians and on boarding officers to make sure that the right bikes are selected for installation and on boarded for the customers.
- Responsible for dispatch of all bikes and other items from the store /warehouse to customers.
- Submitting the relevant reports to management concerning inventory accurately and in time.
- Performing any other relevant activity as directed by management.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Excellent communication, Planning and organizational skills
- Integrity, enthusiasm and passion for continuous learning and development
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work harmoniously in an organization with diverse business operations
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, able to effectively deal with people at all levels inside and outside of the Company
- High attention to detail and internal control
- Diploma in a relevant field
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Be a part of an international, dynamic and driven team that has set their aspirations high and work hard to achieve those
- Opportunities to learn and grow together with us
- Competitive compensation package
- Health benefits
Skills Required
- Diploma in a relevant field
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teams
- High attention to detail and internal control
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
- Integrity, enthusiasm, and commitment to continuous learning and development
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The Company
What We Do
Watu is a leading asset financier in emerging markets, providing financing for motorcycles, three-wheelers, and smartphones to empower entrepreneurs and enable them to achieve their goals.
