Logistics Coordinator (Dispatch Control) [6 positions]
Logistics & Supply Chain
K sh 50,000 – 90,000 gross / month
Openings: 6 positions Location: Nairobi – Embakasi ICD (Airport North Rd) Overview: Our client is looking for six Logistics Coordinators to schedule dispatches, track trucks, and resolve delivery exceptions for a high-volume 3PL at the Inland Container Depot. The operation moves FMCG and electronics daily, with strict customer SLAs and penalties. You’ll build daily routes, brief drivers, call customers ahead of arrivals, and manage POD accuracy. Shift work applies; adrenaline is guaranteed. Key Responsibilities: - Plan routes and loads; assign drivers/3rd parties. - Track shipments live; communicate ETAs; resolve exceptions. - Ensure PODs are complete, legible, and submitted the same day. - Control demurrage and waiting charges; escalate delays. - Maintain fleet compliance (permits, service, insurance). - Update TMS/ERP; publish daily dashboards. Education & Experience: - Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies/Business Mgmt. - 1–3 years in dispatch/logistics control. Skills & Tools: - TMS/ERP, Excel, Google Maps/Waze, calm under pressure, customer comms. KPIs: - OTIF, exception resolution time, cost/delivery, POD accuracy. Compensation (Kenya): KES 50,000–90,000 + shift allowance + safety bonus. Figures are client estimates and vary with experience and performance. Benefits: - Medical, uniform/PPE, meal/transport stipend for late shifts. Growth Path: - Senior Coordinator → Dispatch Supervisor → Logistics Manager. Ideal hierarchy and expected promotion cycle.