Business Manager at Hreade

JOB SUMMARY

• Manages and evaluates the logistics operations and processes by liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, and customers. Develops and implements best practice logistics policies across the organization to improve business operations and financial performance. Ensures compliance with international trade and customs regulations including legal, health, and safety requirements. Effectively manages personnel to achieve organizational goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Creates development plans and forecasts sales targets and growth projections for import commodities.
• Identifies market opportunities through meetings, networking, and other channels.
• Meets existing and potential mining suppliers and Nigerian clients and builds positive relationships.
• Liaises with colleagues to develop purchasing and sales and marketing strategies.
• Prepares financial projections and purchasing targets.
• Attends local events such as exhibitions and conferences in the mining industry.
• Prepares purchases and sales presentations.
• Produces reports and shares same with management.
• Negotiates prices with suppliers in line with internal guidelines and market targeting.
• Assesses the strengths and weaknesses of existing competitors.
• Applies knowledge, tools, and techniques in the company’s project activities to meet its requirements.
• Defines risk categories and tolerance and recommends actions and mitigation plans on identified risks with management.
• Performs risk assessment and identifies and analyzes potential risks with criteria set out by the company.
• Works closely with the freight forwarders and logistics unit to ensure accurate shipment of supplies.
• Sends daily procurement reports, supplier accounts, expense reports, and shipment reports.
• Oversees the organization’s day-to-day operations and keeps track of all logistics processes and activities.
• Manages budgets and expenses and monitors costs of business operations.
• Develops and implement policies and programs that enhance business efficiency and sustainability.
• Reviews existing logistics systems and makes recommendations for improvements to management.
• Oversees continuous improvement initiatives and identifies process inefficiencies and cost optimization opportunities for the business.
• Assesses the impact of changes in logistic operations, such as routing, shipping modes, carriers, and reports findings to management.
• Oversees recruitment of new staff and manages performance to drive the attainment of the company vision.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or any related field from an accredited institution.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office tools.
• Proficient in the use of logistics and inventory software.
• Technology savvy.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Thorough knowledge of logistics and international trade.
• Thorough knowledge of supply chain, logistics, and business management.
• Strong knowledge of regulations related to logistics such as import and export, customs regulations, and security requirements.
• Ability to adapt to a wide range of job responsibilities and be flexible in performing varied job duties.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 10 - 15 years of experience in logistics and international trade with at least 3 years' experience in a managerial role.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
• Leading and supervising
• Adapting and responding to change
• Analyzing
• Formulating strategies and concepts
• Presenting and communicating information
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Relating and networking
• Deciding and initiating action
• Writing and reporting