Freight Manager at CourierPlus Services Limited

CourierPlus is a leading logistics and distribution services company established in 2009. We offer a wide array of express courier and logistic support solutions to our various customers. With over 400 highly skilled personnel, we have excellent competencies in striving sectors such as Financial Services, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Government Agencies, and Oil & Gas/Utilities. As a diverse end-to-end logistics solutions provider, we offer a range of expertise aimed at helping customers re-engineer and re-invent their businesses to compete successfully in an ever-changing marketplace, with the final objective of safely and promptly delivering all our customers consignments as expected.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Freight Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full time

Job Purpose

• The Freight Manager oversees international shipments, ensuring efficient logistics, regulatory compliance, & seamless coordination with airlines, shipping lines, & customs agencies.

Responsibilities
Freight Coordination & Logistics Management:

• Manage air & sea freight shipments from booking to final delivery.
• Coordinate with airlines, shipping lines, & logistics partners for timely cargo movement.
• Track shipments & provide updates to customers & internal teams.
• Handle all required shipping documentation.

Compliance & Regulatory Adherence:

• Ensure shipments comply with customs regulations & global trade policies.
• Process customs documentation for smooth export/import clearance.
• Stay updated on international shipping laws & compliance requirements.

Customer Service & Support:

• Serve as the liaison between CourierPlus, customers, & freight carriers.
• Provide proactive communication & resolve freight-related issues.
• Advise customers on shipping costs, requirements, & timelines.

Cost Management & Vendor Relations:

• Negotiate competitive freight rates with logistics providers.
• Optimize shipping methods to reduce costs while maintaining efficiency.
• Work with finance teams to process invoices & freight-related charges.

Data Management & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of shipments & transactions.
• Analyze freight trends & operational costs for process improvement.
• Generate reports on freight performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in international freight or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of customs clearance & trade compliance.
• Experience with air & sea freight operations.
• Proficiency in logistics software & shipment tracking tools.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, & communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.