Downstream Logistics Manager - Casablanca

Company :

The Centrale Automobile Chérifienne (CAC) is the exclusive importer in Morocco for the brands Volkswagen, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Audi, Skoda, Porsche, Bentley, Seat, and Cupra, each having developed a real identity that makes them unique in their market segment. 

With strong development potential in Morocco and internationally, the brands rely on expert services and shared skills to increase their performance and support their growth.

 CAC's Human Resources policy is based on 4 main pillars for its employees:

• Develop their expertise through support, skill improvement, and empowerment;
• Encourage career progression for employees who share the same passions and values and who have built a true company culture that promotes customer satisfaction (internal/external), team spirit, and expertise;
• Foster loyalty through motivation and recognition;
• Value their performance by setting clear, precise, and achievable goals.

Come participate in the development of leading and prestigious brands in Morocco, within a dynamic and innovative company!!

Discover the full interview with Maha Ghazani, HR Manager at Centrale Automobile Chérifienne (CAC) here: https://www.rekrute.com/emplois-decouvrez-les-valeurs-et-la-culture-dentreprise-de-centrale-automobile-cherifienne-conseils-carriere-6547.html

Company culture :

CAC (Centrale Automobile Chérifienne) is characterized by a strong collaborative culture, placing people, trust and teamwork at the core of its organization. A close management approach supports guidance, empowerment and long-term working relationships within committed teams. This dynamic is complemented by a competitive dimension, focused on performance, ambition and customer satisfaction. It is also supported by a structured organizational culture, ensuring rigor, efficiency and process reliability, while a more moderate innovative component fosters adaptability and continuous improvement.

Job :

The Logistics Manager is responsible for the efficiency and smoothness of downstream logistics flows for the Moroccan market. They ensure the optimal distribution of new vehicles, manage quality actions at points of sale, and oversee the company's vehicle fleet. Their role is key to ensuring customer satisfaction and cost optimization, while ensuring process compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Distribution of New Vehicles (VN):

Planning and Optimization: Develop and optimize transport plans for new vehicles from the Central Depot to branches and dealerships across the entire national territory.

Flow Monitoring: Ensure rigorous monitoring of shipments, from scheduling to final delivery, guaranteeing adherence to deadlines and transport conditions.

Supplier Management: Collaborate closely with carriers, evaluate their performance, and negotiate service contracts to ensure impeccable service quality and controlled costs.

Reporting: Implement performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficiency of the distribution chain and propose areas for continuous improvement.

Management of Quality Actions at Branches:

Coordination of Recalls and Campaigns: Organize and supervise manufacturer recall campaigns and specific quality actions affecting vehicles already distributed or in stock at branches.

Technical Interface: Act as the link between the technical department, branches, and dealerships to ensure the proper application of quality procedures and the reporting of relevant information.

Monitoring and Control: Ensure the correct execution of corrective and preventive actions at points of sale, and verify compliance with manufacturer quality standards.

Management of the Company's Vehicle Fleet:

Fleet Administration: Manage all administrative aspects related to the fleet (registration documents, insurance, taxes, fines), ensuring regulatory compliance.

Assignment and Monitoring: Oversee the assignment of vehicles to employees, monitor mileage, regular maintenance, and repairs.

Optimization and Maintenance: Propose solutions to optimize fleet-related costs (fuel consumption, maintenance) and implement a relevant renewal plan.

Fleet Reporting: Maintain a fleet dashboard, including vehicle status, associated costs, and maintenance schedules.

Required profile :

Profile Sought

Education: Engineering degree (Bac+5) in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport, or equivalent.

Experience: Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in the automotive sector or an industrial sector with complex distribution challenges.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Supply Chain and distribution logistics concepts and tools.

In-depth knowledge of regulations related to road transport and vehicle fleet administration.

Good knowledge of logistics information systems (WMS, TMS).

Advanced proficiency in office software (Excel, PowerPoint).

Personal Qualities:

Rigor and organization: Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously with precision.

Autonomy and proactivity: Initiative-taking and ability to work independently.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Interpersonal and negotiation skills: Ease in communication with service providers and internal teams. 

Results-oriented and customer satisfaction focus.

Head office address :

Desired personality traits :

Search for new things / novelty Respect of the rules Rationalism Need for action Team work Involvement at work Organization