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Head of Logistics Operations - Electric

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Location: Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Level: Senior Manager/Supervisor

About the Role

The Head of Logistics Operations - Electric is responsible for overseeing and optimizing logistics operations across the electric business unit, focusing on last-mile logistics enablement. This role includes coordinating outbound and reverse logistics, managing delivery efficiency, and supervising 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partnerships to ensure seamless stoves delivery to customers. The position plays a critical role in ensuring cost-effective, timely delivery and high service quality for all our electric business unit customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

As the Head of Logistics Operations, you will:

  • Logistics Coordination:

    • Manage and oversee outbound logistics to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products.

    • Coordinate with drivers and fleet managers to maintain smooth delivery processes.

  • Reverse Logistics Management:

    • Develop and implement strategies for managing reverse logistics, including repossessions, returns, and repairs.

    • Ensure proper handling, storage, and reallocation of returned products.

  • Delivery Efficiency:

    • Monitor and improve delivery KPIs to ensure consistent efficiency.

    • Identify bottlenecks in the supply chain and implement solutions to address them.

  • 3PL Partner Management:

    • Collaborate with external logistics providers to optimize operations.

    • Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party logistics partners.

  • Operational Oversight:

    • Align logistics strategies with overall company goals and ensure adherence to SOPs.

    • Monitor and report on logistics costs, identifying areas for cost reduction.

  • Compliance and Safety:

    • Ensure all logistics activities comply with local regulations and company policies.

    • Develop and maintain safety protocols to minimize risks in logistics operations.

  • Team Leadership:

    • Lead and mentor the logistics team to build a high-performing unit.

    • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

Skills and Experience:

  • Proven Experience:

    • A minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with demonstrated success in overseeing and optimizing logistics operations.

  • Industry Knowledge:

    • Comprehensive understanding of logistics best practices, emerging trends, and technologies within the electric or renewable energy sector.

  • Communication Skills:

    • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with stakeholders, negotiate with partners, and provide clear direction to teams.

  • Leadership Skills:

    • Exceptional leadership capabilities with a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams in logistics or supply chain roles.

  • Project Management:

    • Advanced project management skills, including planning, execution, and performance measurement of logistics and supply chain initiatives.

  • Collaboration:

    • Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including third-party logistics (3PL) providers, to ensure seamless supply chain operations.

  • Analytical Skills:

    • Proficiency in analyzing logistics data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement and optimize operations.

  • Software Proficiency:

    • Experience with logistics management tools and software to streamline operations and reporting.

  • Regulatory Knowledge:

    • Familiarity with local and international logistics regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.

  • Negotiation Skills:

    • Strong negotiation abilities to manage contracts and partnerships with third-party logistics providers.

  • Environmental Awareness:

    • Knowledge of sustainable logistics practices and a commitment to implementing eco-friendly supply chain strategies.

  • Technical Knowledge:

    • Understanding of reverse logistics and repair/refurbishment processes in the electric product sector.

Application Process:

To apply, visit the Head of Logistics Operations - Electric job application link.

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BURN Manufacturing Co.

Nairobi, Kenya

BURN is a company dedicated to addressing deforestation and improving cooking efficiency in Sub-Saharan Africa. Its story began in 1990 when Peter Scott, during his travels in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), witnessed the environmental damage caused by charcoal production for household cooking. Motivated by this, Peter committed himself to finding a solution and began designing fuel-efficient stoves.

In 2010, after working as a cookstove consultant in Central America and Sub-Saharan Africa, Peter founded BURN Design Lab and BURN Manufacturing Co. on Vashon Island, Washington. The company initially operated on a limited budget but quickly gathered a team of world-class designers and engineers focused on creating the most efficient cookstoves globally.

By 2014, BURN opened its first full manufacturing facility in Kenya, making it the first and only vertically integrated modern cookstove company in Sub-Saharan Africa. The solar-powered facility now has a production capacity of 400,000 stoves per month and provides jobs for over 2,500 people, with half of the workforce being women.

BURN’s stoves, like the Jikokoa, offer significant social, financial, and environmental benefits. A study by UC Berkeley revealed that a $40 investment in a Jikokoa stove could return $1,000 in societal benefits. Over the next three years, BURN plans to expand its reach to Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, DRC, Nigeria, and Ghana, launch five new products, and increase production capacity to 1 million stoves per month.