Gilani’s Distributors is a dominance in the distribution sector and is well known and respected. This is evidenced by the increased presence of our trucks ferrying goods on roads throughout the Rift Valley, Central, Nairobi, Nyanza, Mombasa Coastal region and the Western corridor of Kenya.

Role Purpose:

The Role is responsible for developing optimized transportation schedules, ensuring efficient allocation of resources, and maintaining accurate records. He/ She plays a crucial role in coordinating with the Transport and Logistics Supervisors to meet transportation requirements and optimize route planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop transportation schedules and routes to optimize efficiency, minimize costs, and meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with the transport and logistics supervisor, drivers, and other teams to ensure timely and accurate execution of transportation schedules.
• Monitor transportation operations and make real-time adjustments to schedules as per changing requirements or disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records of transportation activities, including schedules, routes, delivery times, and any incidents or deviations.
• Coordinate with internal teams, such as sales, customer service, and warehouse, to ensure accurate and timely communication of transportation requirements.
• Analyze transportation data to identify areas for improvement, such as route optimization, resource allocation, or load consolidation.
• Liaise with transportation service providers to coordinate pickups, deliveries, and other transportation-related activities.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred). A degree in Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in transportation scheduling, route planning, or logistics coordination.
• Proficiency in using transportation management systems, routing software, and other relevant tools.
• Strong analytical skills to optimize transportation schedules, routes, and resource allocation.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills to work closely with drivers, internal teams, and external service providers.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and make real-time adjustments to schedules.
• Strong problem-solving skills to resolve scheduling conflicts or disruptions efficiently.
• Knowledge of transportation laws, regulations, and safety standards