Senior Transport Managers at Dangote Group

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Transport Manager

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Category: DCP – Operations

Job Summary

• 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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• 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 in compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Plan with Executive Management to determine the strategic direction of the Transport Department.
• 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 Dangote Cement trucks and third-party transporters to ensure truck availability always.
• 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.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Transport.

Requirements
Education and Work 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 will be an added advantage.

Skills and Competences:

• 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.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• Training & Development.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online