Vacancy at Feminik Logistics Nigeria Limited

 Employment Nigeria 11-Nov-2017 LAGOS , Logistics  


Feminik Logistics Nigeria Limited provides Freight forwarding services and International Freight Shipping.

POSITION : Head of Operation (Courier & Logistics) 

Responsibilities

  • Manage, measure, review and take corrective action in order to ensure that inbound & outbound service quality meets customer requirements and company standards
  • Create and disseminate weekend schedules for staff and keep an updated calendar with records of shifts
  • Create and maintain records of equipment and machinery purchase, servicing, repair and replacement
  • Inspect the office daily and ensure that it is kept tidy
  • Plan and organize tasks and resources to achieve strategic goals and objectives
  • Collaborate and coordinate with other departments to efficiently meet the needs of customers
  • Improve operational systems, processes and policies in alignment with the company’s mission - specifically, support better management reporting, information flow, business process and organizational planning.
  • Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of all vendor/ third party engagements (SME’s, repair workmen, logistic companies) etc.
  • Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy sessions
  • Assign tasks according to personal abilities and limitations; ensure fair and consistent workload distribution
  • Review operating reports and resolve operational, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
  • Monitor, develop and revise standard operational procedures and work practices in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
  • Take appropriate and timely action in disciplinary situations; document actions taken in accordance with policy
  • Perform other managerial duties as assigned
  • Ensure all pick-ups are performed on time to meet committed service standards and the documentation is correct
  • Ensure timely and accurate communication of information which affects service quality
  • Ensure strict compliance of security procedures and regulations for Road and Air operations
  • Manage and control costs whilst ensuring that operational service standards are continuously met in order to achieve budgets
  • Participation in budgeting and budget implementation process for the courier services business
  • Organize the operational structure, procedures and resources and ensure effective sourcing, induction, training and development of operational staff in order to optimize the performance of people
  • Ensure that all delivery machinery (bikes, bus and truck) and equipment are in good working condition
  • Check that all delivery officers have the correct gear and are always properly kitted when fulfilling orders
  • Provide oversight of the delivery, administrative and customer service units
  • Work with customer service officer to receive and schedule jobs
  • Keep track of all out-of-state and international deliveries and provide status reports to customers and management
  • Work with customer service officer to prepare and send quotes for all international freight
  • Establish priorities and sequences for processing and dispatching of customer requests
  • Assign daily tasks to dispatch officers and track job performance
  • Stay abreast of all regulatory and statutory requirements and ensure that the company is compliant

Requirements

  • B.Sc or M.Sc in Business Management, Project management or any related discipline
  • 5 years combined Operations and General Management experience ideally served managing a direct express, courier, freight forwarding / international courier / delivery or B2B oriented business services depot
  • Commercially aware with a passion for customer service and delivery with very strict timelines
  • Excellent people management and team leadership skills within a dynamic environment
  • Strong operations analytical skills and ability to simplify the complex and continuously identify new opportunities
  • Previous experience in people management is essential
  • Highly flexible and adaptable and keen to work in a different cultural and social environment
  • Ability to multitask
  • Result-oriented team player with exceptional motivation and interpersonal skills.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • At least 5 years’ relevant experience senior operational management role.
  • Those with previous experience in Courier Operations will have a distinct advantage
  • High proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • Must be able to prepare management reports and correspondence
  • Good leadership, stress and time management skills

How To Apply
Candidates should send their CV's to: info@feminikng.com 



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