Logistics Executive - FMCG

Salary Package: €26,000 to €34,000

About Our Client

Heroix is collaborating with a well-established Maltese company in the food production sector that works closely with local producers to source fresh, high-quality raw materials. Our Client maintains a strong focus on quality, safety and hygiene while supporting the local agricultural community and supplying everyday consumer products across the Maltese Islands.

Role Overview

The Logistics Executive will support the effective management of the Company's warehousing, stock and distribution activities. The role combines inventory oversight, cost awareness, team leadership and hands-on operational involvement to ensure products move efficiently through the Business while maintaining accurate records and high standards of workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations: Coordinate day-to-day activities across the Company's storage facilities, ensuring incoming and outgoing goods are handled efficiently and storage areas remain orderly and secure.
Inventory Management: Establish effective stock management practices, maintain reliable inventory records and coordinate periodic physical counts to confirm system quantities against actual stock.
Cost Control: Keep track of expenditure associated with inventory, transportation and storage activities, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and make better use of operational resources.
ERP Data Management: Maintain accurate logistics-related product and inventory information within the Company's ERP system, ensuring records remain complete and current.
Stock Discrepancies: Review differences identified between physical inventory and system records, establish the underlying cause and introduce measures aimed at preventing similar issues.
Process Improvement: Review existing logistics practices and introduce practical improvements that enhance productivity, accuracy and the overall movement of goods.
Team Leadership: Guide and support warehouse personnel, monitor individual and team performance, provide direction where required and encourage high standards of accountability.
Training and Development: Share operational knowledge with colleagues and provide appropriate instruction to help team members perform their responsibilities safely and effectively.
Health and Safety: Promote safe working practices throughout warehouse activities and ensure machinery and handling equipment are operated responsibly.
Stakeholder Coordination: Work closely with colleagues, suppliers, service providers and other relevant parties to maintain effective coordination across logistics activities.
Operational Procedures: Support the introduction and consistent application of processes and working practices that contribute to reliable and controlled logistics operations.
Hands-On Support: Provide practical assistance within the warehouse when necessary, including covering Storekeeper duties and using equipment such as forklifts and pallet-handling machinery where required.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

Education: A diploma in logistics, supply chain management, operations or another relevant discipline would be preferred. Candidates with suitable practical experience may also be considered.
Experience: Previous experience within logistics, warehousing or distribution is required, together with the ability to coordinate warehouse activities and supervise or lead employees.
Language Skills: Excellent command of English is required to succeed in this role. The ability to communicate in Maltese would be an asset.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with the confidence to exchange information clearly with colleagues and external parties.
Interpersonal Skills: A collaborative approach with the ability to build positive working relationships, guide colleagues and contribute effectively within a team environment.
Technical Skills: Practical experience using ERP software for logistics or inventory purposes, together with good proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The ability to use relevant warehouse handling equipment is also required.
Organisation: Strong planning and coordination abilities, with the capacity to manage stock activities, warehouse priorities, physical inventory counts and operational requirements effectively.
Self-Motivated: Able to take ownership of responsibilities, work with limited supervision and remain proactive in a busy operational environment.
Problem-Solving: Capable of identifying operational or inventory-related issues, analysing their causes and implementing practical corrective measures.
Analytical Skills: A methodical approach to reviewing stock information, operational costs and logistics performance, with good attention to accuracy and detail.
Leadership: Able to provide clear direction, encourage employees and support the development of team members through coaching and practical guidance.

What's on Offer

Compensation: A competitive remuneration package based on experience and suitability for the position.
Working Hours: Full details regarding the working schedule will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Other Benefits: Any additional benefits applicable to the position will be communicated during the recruitment process.
Career Development: Opportunities to strengthen logistics, inventory management and leadership experience within an established company operating in Malta's food production sector.

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Logistics Executive - FMCG

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