The Dangote Group is a diversified and fully integrated conglomerate with interests across a range of sectors in Nigeria and Africa. Current interests include Cement, Sugar, Flour, Salt, Beverages, Poly Products, Transportation and real estate with new initiatives in the Oil and Gas, Telecommunication, Fertilizer and Steel sector of the economy.
The Group requires the services of exceptional and highly motivated professionals to fill the vacant position:
Senior Manager, Transport
Job Overview
Successful candidates will oversee/assume responsibility for managing the planning, operation and maintenance of 300 trucks to achieve seamless operations in the transportation department; supervise the operational aspects of a Plant’s transport Department to ensure that all activities are executed in a timely and efficient manner and that assets are effectively utilized.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Participate in the design and articulation of the Plant’s transportation strategy, policies and procedures to ensure alignment with plant operations.Coordinate the execution of the Plant’s transportation operational strategy/plan in line with agreed upon guidelines.Drives the development of innovative service offerings strategies by studying and analyzing data on customers and target groups, using integrated analytical functions.Manages / monitors efforts of all fleet managers to achieve synergies and ensure achievement of the operations targetsPreparation of daily, weekly and monthly operational reports.Develop standard operating procedures in such key areas as business, operations, delivery management, KPI definition and evaluates performance against these standardsImplementation of process reviews to ensure effective fleet management Identifies and coordinates training needs for the Fleet Managers.Oversee liaison with maintenance unit to ensure trucks are in good working condition at all times.Supervise proper fleet management to improve the utilization and availability of the fleet, reduce downtime and troubleshoots deviations from routesEnsure that fleet managers adhere to company regulations and freight transportation lawsPrepare a transport operations budget which will be incorporated into the plant transport budget if approved.Proactively identify potential operational issues and opportunities in to the plant Transportation DepartmentOversee in conjunction with the recovery units, the return to operational condition any impounded, accidental or damaged trucks in line with agreed timelinesPlan, develop and execute a vehicle replacement scheduleKeep abreast of recent developments in the logistics and transportation field.Additional Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences /Engineering/ Business Administration is requiredPost-graduate degree (MBA preferably) will be an added advantageMinimum of 10-15years relevant work experience with at least ten (10) years in a management role overseeing large teams with clear execution responsibilities and targetIn-depth understanding of transportation and supply chain management will be an advantageHighly developed knowledge of Business ManagementWorking knowledge of transport HSE policies will be an advantageStrong organization and time management skills.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Remuneration
The expected remuneration will be highly competitive
Method of Application
Interested applicants should send CV to: jobs@dangote.com , indicating position applied for as the subject of the e-mail. You can also send your application through the following mail box:
Group Chief Human Resources Officer
Dangote Industries Limited
P.M.B 40032
Falomo, Ikoyi Lagos