Senior Manager Logistics –Spices
-Colombo
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee end-to-end logistics operations, including exports, documentation, freight, warehousing, and shipment coordination.
Ensure timely movement of goods while maintaining cost efficiency and service quality.
Coordinate closely with Sales, Origin Operations, Documentation, Finance, Warehouse, and overseas teams.
Monitor shipment schedules, clearance processes, transport arrangements, and delivery timelines.
Negotiate and coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, transporters, and clearing agents.
Identify logistics risks and take proactive actions to avoid delays, penalties, and customer dissatisfaction.
Improve logistics processes, systems, reporting, and internal coordination.
Lead, guide, and develop the logistics team to achieve operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, customs regulations, shipping requirements, and company standards.
Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on logistics performance, costs, and key challenges.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business Management, or a related field.
Minimum 8–10 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, shipping, export operations, or freight management.
At least 3–5 years of experience in a managerial role.
Strong knowledge of export procedures, shipping documentation, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and warehouse coordination.
Experience in commodities, trading, manufacturing, FMCG, agriculture, or export-related industries will be an added advantage.
Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural, and global business environment.
Strong command of English; knowledge of Sinhala/Tamil will be an added advantage.
Salary-400K-450K Negotiable
Email your CV with details of two non-referees to hr4@konnecting.biz
Application will be treated confidentially
& the shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
