General Manager, Operations at Myrtle Management Consultants Limited

Myrtle Management Consultants Limited - Our client is an Africa-focused developer of measurable and impactful zero-emission projects under a technology-driven Ecosystem, with a pipeline of projects pertaining to electro mobility and energy efficiency, commercial electric vehicle charge point operations, and clean power supply systems, at very advanced stages of their development.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager, Operations - Transport Mobility Company

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Plan, develop, organize, direct, manage, and evaluate the operations and budget of company
• Direct the activities of staff in relation to transportation operations, including dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation vehicles
• Direct the effectiveness of private, third party and contract carriage systems
• Work with international carriers and freight forwarders to streamline the flow of goods across international borders and through customs
• Plan, develop, and implement transportation health and safety, and security programs and activities
• Develop and communicate transportation policies and procedures
• Monitor operations to ensure that staff comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, and government regulations
• Develop and implement profit improvement plans and change management plans
• Negotiate and authorize contracts, and direct procurement related to transportation operational needs
• Direct and manage corporate governance and regulatory compliance procedures related to transportation activities
• Develop key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of the transportation operations
• Conduct investigations to determine causes of transportation accidents and to improve safety procedures
• Direct investigations to verify and resolve customer complaints
• Interview, select, coach, train, manage, and appraise the performance of transportation personnel, including crew members
• Mentor select transportation staff
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships
• Remain current with latest transportation technology systems and procedures
• Negotiate with carriers, warehouse operators and insurance company representatives for services and preferential rates
• Prepare management recommendations, such as proposed fee and tariff increases or schedule changes
• Recommend or authorize capital expenditures for acquisition of new equipment or property to increase efficiency and services of transportation operations.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in transportation fleet management, business development, e-commerce, finance, supply chain management
• Strong problem solving and decision making abilities, with a track record of resolving complex issues within the supply chain
• A strategic mindset with to develop and implement long term plans and initiatives to drive company’s success
• Demonstrated success in managing and growing a portfolio of established, mature account relationships.
• Strong collaborator that works well cross-functionally, across the company, and externally.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and work in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to inspire creativity throughout the organization.
• A high degree of analytical acumen and demonstrated ability to project and assess the commercial impact of current and proposed sales practices.
• Extensive experience working with both agencies and direct advertisers to provide world-class customer service to clients.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to execute on and motivate a team around growth and sales targets
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills
• Results-oriented - holds themselves accountable for short- and long-term success
• Exceptional communication skills.

Remuneration

• Competitive along with other benefits.

Application Closing Date
20th November, 2023.