- Gathering and analyzing logistics data to assess each step in the supply chain
- Keeping tabs on the product flow process from materials acquisition to final delivery
- Updating databases with logistics data
- Developing, evaluating and revising logistics policies, procedures and plans
- Overseeing warehouses to ensure that products are received, stored and shipped safely and efficiently
- Researching supply chain issues to identify potential problems and preemptively address them
- Staying up to date on the latest innovations in logistics and what competitors are implementing
- Addressing routine and unexpected disruptions in the supply chain to keep products moving
- Collation of data from across the business
- Ensure reliability, integrity and accuracy of data
- Undertake detailed and thorough logistics analysis and identify opportunities to aid efficiency and cost optimisation through evaluation of data
- Ensure analysis is in line with business goals and targets
- Create statistical and financial models and use appropriate software to review opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies in the logistics process, such as inventory levels, budget or transportation schedules
- Make recommendations based on findings and analysis
- Produce forecasts and estimates to aid financially sound decisions and cash flow planning
- Ensure logistics costs are monitored, managed and under control
- Collaborate with manager or stakeholders to determine effective solutions
- Participate in regular planning reviews and change processes and prepare data in line with changes
- Set up and provide regular reports and data relating to specific areas of the logistics process such as supplier analysis, transportation costs
- Track logistics trends and use information to recommend changes
- Utilise knowledge and research methods to benchmark logistics activities and to drive best practice results
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