Logistics Consultant Job Description

A logistics consultant is a person who evaluates the physical flows of goods, information, and finances.

A logistics consultant also assists in the planning and coordination of logistical processes.

The logistics consultant also evaluates risks and influences decisions regarding the flow of information and knowledge.

A logistics consultant may work with a company’s supply chain, logistics department, and other business units.

A logistics consultant may be hired to assist a company’s supply chain in becoming more efficient through reduced costs and increased revenue.

The logistics consultant may oversee efficiency efforts, including inventory control, transportation planning, product scheduling, and warehouse management.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Logistics Consultant who can help us streamline our supply chain and logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced environment and be able to think on their feet to solve problems quickly and efficiently. If you’re a Logistics Consultant who is looking for an exciting new challenge, we want to hear from you!

Logistics Consultant Duties:

• Oversee all logistics functions and processes within the organization
• Develop policy and procedure manuals for logistics functions
• Create and implement new logistics initiatives
• Maintain current logistics systems
• Review and modify current functional processes to increase operational efficiency
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols
• Track staffing requirements, hiring new employees as needed
• Oversees accounts payable and accounts receivable departments

Logistics Consultant Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of logistics, including purchasing, inventory, warehousing, and receiving, as well as coordination of project resources and materials
• Manage freight and shipments to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction
• Ensure projects comply with government standards and regulations
• Manage all logistical operations including receiving, storage, packaging, shipping, and tracking
• Plan and develop logistics budgets
• Monitor inventory levels, production schedules, and freight routing and scheduling

Requirements And Skills:

• Proven work experience in logistics planning/scheduling
• Expertise and knowledge of transportation and logistics systems, including ability to conduct research and investigations
• Expertise in freight and distribution center operation
• Ability to brainstorm, prioritize, and execute logistics plans
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

At [Company Name], we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to success. We are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders and ages.