Transport Manager at a Multinational FMCG Organisation - Workforce Group

Posted on Wed 23rd Aug, 2017 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Workforce Group - Our client is a multinational FMCG organisation that boasts of being an household name of consumables in over 50 countries.

They are currently recruiting for the position below:

Job Title: Transport Manager

Location:
Lagos

Job Summary
  • The Transport Manager plan, organize, direct, manage, evaluate and will be responsible for the operations and budget of transportation departments; movement of goods or companies involved in supply chain services.
  • He also ensures that shipments into or out of an organization are handled swiftly, safely, and within budget constraints.
Job Responsibilities
  • Plan, develop, organize, direct, manage, and evaluate the operations and budget of transportation departments or transportation companies
  • 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
  • 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
  • Lead all distribution and transportation planning and strategic activities and conduct investigations to determine causes of transportation accidents and suggestion on safety procedures
  • Ensure customer goods move from production through the supply chain to the end user
  • Interview, select, coach, train, manage and appraise the performance of transportation personnel
  • 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 And Educational Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent
  • Commercial Driver’s License
  • 5 years’ experience in similar role
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
  • Experienced in management or supervision and knowledge of transportation system
  • Technology proficient, crucial thinking, time management
  • Proven skills in leadership, management and team management
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations, transportation principles and methods, material handling, administration and management
  • Familiar with shipment options, legal issues, government regulations, safety procedures and computer applications.
Application Closing Date
23rd August, 2017.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: [email protected] with the mail title, "Transport Manager"