Outbound Logistics Supervisor
2026-02-06T08:42:18+00:00
Adept Systems
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Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Consulting
Management, Business Operations, Civil & Government
2026-02-20T17:00:00+00:00
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Outbound Logistics Supervisor
Description
Job Purpose
The Outbound Logistics Supervisor will oversee and optimize the timely and accurate dispatch of goods, ensuring efficient truck utilization and smooth coordination between warehouse operations, transport providers, and customers. The role is critical in maintaining service quality, minimizing logistics costs, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Dispatch and Documentation
- Ensure orders are accurately loaded and dispatched on time.
- Verify all shipping documents for accuracy before dispatch.
- Prepare and share loading plans on time.
- Coordinate transport allocation and loading with 3PL providers, couriers, and company‑owned vehicles.
- Ensure proper packaging, labelling, and staging of outbound goods.
Monitoring and Coordination
- Track outbound turnaround times (TAT) and resolve bottlenecks promptly.
- Maintain accurate dispatch trackers and ensure proper documentation.
- Confirm that all vehicles provide properly acknowledged Proof of Delivery (PODs).
- Act as liaison between the sales team and customers regarding order status at dispatch and post‑loading.
Cost Optimization and Safety
- Minimize logistics costs through efficient load planning and route optimization.
- Ensure safe handling and loading at dispatch to reduce damage.
- Implement safety measures to achieve zero work‑related accidents.
- Enforce occupational health and safety standards, ensuring staff use appropriate PPE.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement best practices for outbound logistics.
- Support warehouse management in resolving operational challenges.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by Warehouse Management.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field.
- Computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years’ hands‑on experience in warehouse operations.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong planning, coordination, and time management skills.
- Proficiency in WMS software for order processing, inventory management, and dispatch.
- Comprehensive knowledge of logistics processes.
- High integrity, strong work ethic, and resourcefulness.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Skills
Communication Data Analytics Technical Support
Dispatch and Documentation
Ensure orders are accurately loaded and dispatched on time.
Verify all shipping documents for accuracy before dispatch.
Prepare and share loading plans on time.
Coordinate transport allocation and loading with 3PL providers, couriers, and company‑owned vehicles.
Ensure proper packaging, labelling, and staging of outbound goods.
Monitoring and Coordination
Track outbound turnaround times (TAT) and resolve bottlenecks promptly.
Maintain accurate dispatch trackers and ensure proper documentation.
Confirm that all vehicles provide properly acknowledged Proof of Delivery (PODs).
Act as liaison between the sales team and customers regarding order status at dispatch and post‑loading.
Cost Optimization and Safety
Minimize logistics costs through efficient load planning and route optimization.
Ensure safe handling and loading at dispatch to reduce damage.
Implement safety measures to achieve zero work‑related accidents.
Enforce occupational health and safety standards, ensuring staff use appropriate PPE.
Continuous Improvement
Identify and implement best practices for outbound logistics.
Support warehouse management in resolving operational challenges.
Perform any other duties as assigned by Warehouse Management.
Strong planning, coordination, and time management skills.
Proficiency in WMS software for order processing, inventory management, and dispatch.
Comprehensive knowledge of logistics processes.
High integrity, strong work ethic, and resourcefulness.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field.
Computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is an added advantage.
Minimum of 3 years’ hands‑on experience in warehouse operations.
JOB-6985a96a80f73
Vacancy title:
Outbound Logistics Supervisor
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Management, Business Operations, Civil & Government]
Jobs at:
Adept Systems
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, February 20 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, February 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Outbound Logistics Supervisor
Description
Job Purpose
The Outbound Logistics Supervisor will oversee and optimize the timely and accurate dispatch of goods, ensuring efficient truck utilization and smooth coordination between warehouse operations, transport providers, and customers. The role is critical in maintaining service quality, minimizing logistics costs, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Dispatch and Documentation
- Ensure orders are accurately loaded and dispatched on time.
- Verify all shipping documents for accuracy before dispatch.
- Prepare and share loading plans on time.
- Coordinate transport allocation and loading with 3PL providers, couriers, and company‑owned vehicles.
- Ensure proper packaging, labelling, and staging of outbound goods.
Monitoring and Coordination
- Track outbound turnaround times (TAT) and resolve bottlenecks promptly.
- Maintain accurate dispatch trackers and ensure proper documentation.
- Confirm that all vehicles provide properly acknowledged Proof of Delivery (PODs).
- Act as liaison between the sales team and customers regarding order status at dispatch and post‑loading.
Cost Optimization and Safety
- Minimize logistics costs through efficient load planning and route optimization.
- Ensure safe handling and loading at dispatch to reduce damage.
- Implement safety measures to achieve zero work‑related accidents.
- Enforce occupational health and safety standards, ensuring staff use appropriate PPE.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement best practices for outbound logistics.
- Support warehouse management in resolving operational challenges.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by Warehouse Management.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field.
- Computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years’ hands‑on experience in warehouse operations.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong planning, coordination, and time management skills.
- Proficiency in WMS software for order processing, inventory management, and dispatch.
- Comprehensive knowledge of logistics processes.
- High integrity, strong work ethic, and resourcefulness.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Skills
Communication Data Analytics Technical Support
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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