Job Summary:
The Logistics Manager for Railway Siding will oversee and manage all logistics operations related to the efficient use of the railway siding. This includes coordinating the transportation of goods, managing rail car movements, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, optimizing operational processes, and leading the logistics team. The role is essential in ensuring the smooth functioning of the railway siding to support the company's supply chain objectives.
Coordination and Communication:
- Liaise with rail operators, transporters, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely operations.
- Maintain communication with various internal departments (e.g., supply chain, production) to align logistics and operational needs.
Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure all operations comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and relevant laws.
- Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments on the siding operations.
- Manage all necessary certifications, permits, and documentation required for rail transport.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare and maintain operational reports, including tracking performance metrics, freight movement, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure accurate documentation of all transactions, shipments, and movements within the railway siding.
Cost Management:
- Monitor and control logistics expenses to ensure cost-effective operations.
- Implement strategies to reduce downtime, optimize resource usage, and enhance overall cost efficiency.
Job Summary:
The Logistics Manager for Railway Siding will oversee and manage all logistics operations related to the efficient use of the railway siding. This includes coordinating the transportation of goods, managing rail car movements, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, optimizing operational processes, and leading the logistics team. The role is essential in ensuring the smooth functioning of the railway siding to support the company's supply chain objectives.
Coordination and Communication:
- Liaise with rail operators, transporters, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely operations.
- Maintain communication with various internal departments (e.g., supply chain, production) to align logistics and operational needs.
Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure all operations comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and relevant laws.
- Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments on the siding operations.
- Manage all necessary certifications, permits, and documentation required for rail transport.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare and maintain operational reports, including tracking performance metrics, freight movement, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure accurate documentation of all transactions, shipments, and movements within the railway siding.
Cost Management:
- Monitor and control logistics expenses to ensure cost-effective operations.
- Implement strategies to reduce downtime, optimize resource usage, and enhance overall cost efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years in logistics management, with at least 2 years specifically in a railway siding or related transport environment.
- Experience in managing rail operations, logistics teams, and coordinating multi-modal transportation.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of railway operations, including loading/unloading processes, scheduling, and regulations.
- Proficient in logistics software and inventory management systems.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work under pressure.
- Leadership and team management skills.