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Head of Transport & Logistics is needed at Dangote Group
JOB TITLE: Head of Transport & Logistics
JOB LOCATION: Lagos State, Nigeria
Organization: NASCON Allied Industries Plc.
Department: Transport
Employment Type: Full-time
JOB DETAILS
- The role will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day transportation operations of the company and directing major projects; supervise employees, delegating tasks accordingly, monitoring performance, and conducting regular follow-ups with business objectives.
- To optimize the transportation network from the inside, by constantly research and test software tools, management methodologies, and workflow processes.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for direction and oversight of the Company Transportation Division, including, but not limited to operations, maintenance, safety/compliance, equipment and personnel.
- Responsible for the justification, specification, selection and purchase of new trucks, trailers and other necessary equipment and systems.
- Responsible for managing assets and available business in such a way as to minimize operational expenses while maximizing equipment utilization.
- Supervise key terminal staff to monitor operations at the company truck terminals, ensuring workload is completed per customer expectations: efficiently, safely and compliant with all applicable regulations.
- Work with other stakeholders to determine staffing levels, job descriptions, and assist in the recruitment of drivers and support staff.
- Plan with Executive Management to determine strategic direction of the Transportation Division.
- Update and implement Divisional Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
- Ensure profitability by controlling costs and enhancing trip performance.
- Full responsibility for fleet maintenance and the mechanical workshops.
- Coordinate between NASCON transport and third party transporters to ensure truck availability at all times.
- Liaise with Sales and Finance departments to ensure the right rate is appropriately charged on services rendered by company transport.
- Coordinate and inspect the complete documentation including drivers and vehicle licenses.
- Review and report logistics/fleet performance against plans.
- Build good working relationship with Regulatory Agencies to ensure smooth operation of the fleet.
Competence Requirements:
- Technical Capacity
- knowledgeable about industry trends, supply chain processes, best practices, and compliance requirements.
- Organizational and Planning skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Problem Solving and Analytical skills
- Extensive knowledge of route planning and Driver management
- Time Management and Collaboration
- Skills in numerical and statistical analysis
- Business acumen and excellent communication skills
- Excellent technical, commercial and analytical skills including ability to present business case for the Fleet operations
- Leadership
Qualifications/Knowledge/Experience
- B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Social Sciences, Humanities, Engineering or any related discipline
- Minimum of 15 years of related experience.
- 5 years Managerial experience
- Relevant professional certification in Transport in Nigeria. E.g. National Institute of Transport & Logistics is an added advantage
How To Apply
Interested qualified candidate should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] with the relevant position included in the subject line of your email.
Job Features
Job Category | Logistics / Transportation/ Supply |