Warehouse & Logistics Assistant

Description

LONGHORN PUBLISHERS PLC
expanding minds

JOB VACANCY

Longhorn Publishers PLC is a leading publishing company specialising in educational and leisure publications for the Eastern & Central African region, with subsidiaries in Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, DRC and Cameroon. Longhorn has a business presence in Malawi and Zambia.

The business seeks to fill the following vacancy:

Warehouse & Logistics Assistant
Reports to: Order Processing Supervisor.

Job Purpose / Summary
To support warehouse and logistics operations through proper handling, storage, and dispatch of goods, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company procedures.

Key Responsibilities
A. Inventory Management
• Arrange and label stock in designated areas.
• Load, offload, and count stock regularly.
• Monitor and report low stock levels and packaging material usage.

B. Receiving
• Receive, inspect, and label incoming stock.
• Post received stock in the system and update relevant registers.
• Handle customer returns and reconcile consignments.
• Maintain accurate stock and return records.

C. Order Processing
• Process and pack customer orders.
• Label packages and prepare packing specifications.
• Update order and dispatch documentation.

D. Dispatch
• Inspect, label, and dispatch orders.
• Deliver goods and related documents to customers.
• Record dispatches, deliveries, and returns accurately.

Qualifications and Skills
• Minimum of a Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in warehousing or logistics is an added advantage.
• Good communication, record-keeping, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (Excel, Word).
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Additional Information
• The role involves physical tasks, including loading and organizing goods; therefore, male candidates are encouraged to apply.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of gender, age, disability, or background.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications by Monday, 27th October 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Send your application and updated CV to hr@longhornpublishers.com, clearly indicating “Warehouse & Logistics Assistant” in the subject line.

Longhorn Publishers PLC
P. O. Box 18033 - 00500 Nairobi, Kenya
Funzi Road, Industrial Area
Tel: +254 020 6532579/80
Mobile: +254 722 204 608, +254 708 282 260
www.longhornpublishers.com