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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Logistics Supervisor

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColón, Colón Province, PanamaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Administration, or equivalent education is required.
  • At least five years of progressive experience in logistics management, transportation, distribution, materials handling, or related supply chain activities is required.
  • At least three years of supervisory experience with direct responsibility for operational teams is required.
  • Experience planning and coordinating logistics operations, tracking shipments, and receiving and dispatching materials is required.
  • Knowledge of logistics and supply chain processes, procedures, and good practices is required.
  • Experience coordinating suppliers, contractors, and transporters, tracking deliveries, and resolving operational incidents is required.
  • Ability to analyze logistics data, indicators, and reports to identify cost-optimization and process-improvement opportunities is required.
  • Knowledge of supervision practices, personnel administration, resource allocation, and productivity control is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools is required.
  • Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is required.
  • Availability to work on site at Cobre Panamá according to schedules and shift systems defined by business needs is required.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and supervise site logistics activities, including receiving, dispatching, transporting, handling, and distributing materials.
  • Supervise and develop the Logistics Officers and drivers, assign responsibilities, monitor performance, and ensure operational objectives are met.
  • Coordinate tracking of shipments and deliveries from supplier facilities to the site, ensuring traceability and material availability.
  • Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly logistics reports, including projections of incoming shipments at 7, 14, 30, and 60 days, transportation movements, costs, and shipment histories.
  • Communicate with suppliers and transporters to identify delays, discrepancies, and supply risks, and implement timely corrective actions.
  • Supervise logistics contractors to ensure proper handling, storage, transportation, and recording of received cargo.
  • Analyze operational information and transportation costs to identify opportunities for load consolidation, resource optimization, and logistics efficiency improvements.
  • Verify and reconcile shipment documentation and supplier invoices, ensuring costs are correctly allocated to the relevant business units.
  • Develop, implement, and supervise standard operating procedures, including procedures related to on-site fuel logistics.
  • Administer and control inventory management procedures to support material availability and traceability.
  • Promote compliance with safety standards, environmental procedures, and corporate policies, strengthening a culture of prevention and continuous improvement.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Oracle JD Edwards (JDE) is an advantage.
  • Previous experience in mining, industrial operations, or highly complex logistics environments is valued.

About the Company

First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

First Quantum Minerals operates global copper and nickel mining projects, with gold and cobalt as byproducts. It runs a portfolio of mines and mineral processing plants across four continents, and it employs about 20,000 people. The company uses technical, project management, engineering, construction, and operations expertise to develop and run complex mines and processing facilities, including tailings reprocessing and large-scale operations like Cobre Panama. Its goal is to become one of the world’s top copper producers and to deliver sustained value to employees, investors, and the communities hosting its operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
1983

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