Contract Logistics Project Development Manager at Maersk

Ref.: MA-304299
Category: Commercial / Sales / Business Development

Job Description

• We are looking for a commercially focused and driven candidate to take up the new and exciting role of Contract Logistics Project Development Manager for Maersk in Lagos.
• He/She will be responsible for developing new contract logistics (Depot and Warehouse) products and expanding footprint to meet customer needs.
• The aim of the role is to build a business case, identify new sites, manage project implementation (greenfield or brownfield), and hand over operations to the site manager.

Key Responsibilities
Responsible for Contract Logistics product development:

• Based on customer needs and commercial parameters, identify new
• sites/facilities to expand warehouse or container depot footprint.
• Ensure necessary licenses and permits are in place for the contract
• logistics development
• Manage contract logistics development including building business
• case, getting approval and managing project implementation.
• Manage strategic procurement and vendor relations for contract logistics.

Support Depot and WND Product Managers:

• Contribute to developing depot and warehouse product strategy.
• Ensure Area pricing process comply with Global governance.
• Contribute to the development of value proposition for new opportunities.

Project Management:

• Once the business case is approved, define project scope and objectives
• Manage project resources in an effective and efficient manner to meet objectives
• Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan.
• Track project costs, monitor progress and make adjustments as needed to meet the budget.

Requirements
We are looking for

• 5+ years of experience in Construction Project Management (Warehouse/Depot - Inland Container)
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong product knowledge
• Ability to work across different cultures and thought processes
• Commercial and supply chain knowledge
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Project management skills.

We Offer

• An exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting characterized by high pace and diversity.
• You will get to focus on creating valuable relations and work with highly-professional teams in an environment where you will be valued, recognized and well-rewarded.
• Moreover, you will expand your business network and enrich your market and product knowledge while contributing to the continued success of the Central West Africa Area.
• You will gain substantial general management, people management experience and Senior leadership exposure in this role as you will be a part of the Maersk CWA Area Leadership Team.