Haulage / Logistics Manager at Phillips Outsourcing Limited Full Time

Job Title: Haulage / Logistics Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Manage client requests by understanding cargo needs, weight, size, and any special requirements (temperature control, security).
• Match client needs with the most suitable truck type from our carrier network (box trucks, flatbeds, lowboy trailers, vans, tankers, refrigerated trucks, car carriers, dump trucks).
• Oversee dispatch and tracking of shipments using dispatch software, ensuring real-time visibility and clear communication with clients and carriers.
• Negotiate rates and contracts with carriers, maintaining a reliable and cost-effective network.
• Monitor carrier performance, ensuring adherence to schedules, safety regulations, and proper cargo handling procedures.
• Manage logistics documentation, including bills of lading, weight tickets, and delivery confirmations.
• Analyze data and identify areas for improvement in efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and client satisfaction.
• Prepare reports on key logistics metrics for the CEO.
• Travel to meet with clients and carriers as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in haulage and logistics.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new logistics strategies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in logistics management or a related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proven experience in the Nigerian haulage industry is a must.
• Excellent understanding of domestic transportation regulations and permit requirements in Nigeria.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and dispatch/tracking software (experience with specific software a plus).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Application Closing Date
28th June, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.