Nextzon Business Services Limited – Our client operates in the oil & gas sector and is looking for a qualified and efficient candidate to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Manager

Location: Abia
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties

• Responsible for the logistics functions and dispatch planning activities.
• Strategically plan and manage logistics, warehouse, transportation, and customer services
• Plan and schedule the delivery of goods and cargoes.
• Identify and deliver operational cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives.
• Make sure that project deadlines are met.
• Complete and file compliance documentation for import, export, and supply chain security.
• Negotiate the services of 3rd party carriers, couriers, and haulage companies.
• Manage supplier delivery performance and maintain supplier contracts.
• Negotiate prices with local and international carriers.
• Manage all logistics-related supply chain activities of the company.
• Comprehensive understanding of management systems
• Manage client expectations.
• Have excellent standards of numeracy.
• Knowledge of international and local shipping programs/standards.

Requirements

• B.Sc. or HND in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Chain or any related field
• Candidates must have no less than 15 years of practical experience in Logistics management
• Candidates should have a track record of strong performance and looking for an opportunity to transition into an exciting new role.
• Candidates should be between the ages of 45 to 55 years
• Proven working experience as a Logistics Manager
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management
• Always operate to the highest productivity and competitive standards.
• Have a sound working knowledge of INCOTERMS.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Strategic thinker and practical executor.
• Tactful and diplomatic when dealing with tense situations.
• Knowledge of importing and forwarding.
• Experienced in multi-drop transport management.
• Excellent knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to communicate and converse with specific target audiences
• Capable of working independently, taking initiative, and being part of a team working collaboratively
• Adherence to company safety standards and policies.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2022.