Depot Manager

Our client, a distributor of commercial gas is looking to recruit a Depot Manager based in their plant along Southern Bypass, Dagorreti Road. The ideal candidate must have experience working in working with in a similar position in oil/Gas industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan for stock availability
• Coordinate stores operations.
• Inspect store hygiene and cleanliness.
• Report on stocks and transport.
• Maintain the attendance register for depot staff.
• The incumbent is expected to provide measurable input to the depot business strategy within the limits of the role
• Modifying systems, practices and approaches while also influencing working methods.
• Ensures a cost-efficient operation in excess of current best practices
• Provides the leadership and direction for the depot operations.
• Liaises closely with shipping companies, trucking companies, port authorities, and other statutory authorities to ensure that their requirements are met.
• Liaises closely with vendors, suppliers, external consultants, etc to ensure that divergent deliverables are met as required by the terminal.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management or Business-related field.
• Diploma in Procurement or Materials Management.
• Understanding of the transport industry and an ability to relate with the shipping company and other associated industry managers.
• Good communication skills with the ability to communicate across the organization.
• Extensive understanding of modern terminal operations including computer terminal management systems.
• Extensive knowledge of Container Terminals operational practices.
• Experience in finance-related matters, setting budgets and reporting against financial objectives.
• Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to provide leadership, obtain cooperation and assistance to meet objectives.

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