Manager - Logistics

About the role

Cargills, a Sri Lankan food and beverage company with a heritage of over 180 years, is hiring a Manager - Logistics. The role manages day-to-day operations across raw material and finished goods warehouses and works closely with production, procurement and sales teams.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across raw material and finished goods warehouses.
• Develop and implement best practices in inventory, logistics and warehouse efficiency.
• Collaborate with Production, Procurement and Sales teams to align supply with demand.
• Monitor warehouse capacity, seasonal fluctuations and operational costs.
• Lead warehouse staff through training, performance management and team development.
• Ensure safety, minimize losses and uphold food safety and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and meet key performance targets.
• Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics.
• 6 years of related work experience in logistics, supply chain, warehousing, distribution or a relevant field, preferably in a food manufacturing industry.
• Professional qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics or Lean Six Sigma is a plus.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive, positive and results-oriented.
• Good communication skills in English and Sinhala (Tamil is a plus).
• Willingness to work in person at the factory in Katana.

Required skills

• Good IT literacy, including MS Excel, MS Office and Microsoft 365 applications.