Job Title: Logistics Manager
Location: Lagos
Summary:
Responsible for the development of timely, cost effective import and export schemes, proper handling of the technicalities of international transportation which involves a good knowledge of the ports and all the procedures and processes of importation, exportation and general distribution.
Responsibilities/Functions:
? Handling technical details relating to possibly international transportation such as customs regulations and any necessary documentation.
? Efficient evaluation of costs of transportation, services and inventory within any budget or distribution strategy.
? Documentation of operating procedures and processes, any changes or problems must be documented and communicated accurately.
? Planning routes and load scheduling for multi-drop deliveries.
? Communicating effectively with clients and responding to their requirements.
? Ensuring all partners in the supply chain are working effectively and efficiently to ensure smooth operations.
? Directing all transportation activities.
? Other logistics functions as may be required or directed.
Qualifications/Requirements:
? Must be educated to degree level and may also be required to hold any relevant qualifications and systems training associated with logistics management.
? 3+ years’ experience in logistics management.
? Technical knowledge of the Nigerian ports, importation and exportation processes.
? Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral English language.
? Tact, diplomacy and calmness, especially in dealing with transport personnel and disgruntled customers.
? Excellent geographical knowledge.
? Extensive knowledge of the transport industry.
? Excellent negotiation and communication skill.
? Good intuition to make crucial judgement calls.
? Ability to handle multiple tasks all with an attention to fine details.
? Must be computer literate with ability to use electronic communication methods.
