Freight and Forwarding Manager at Inland Containers

Job Description

• Initiates and coordinates the implementation of approved Freight Forwarding Strategies, (Import, Export and Air Freight) operational plans, and procedures.
• Develops and implements Freight Forwarding policies, procedures, and requirements to deliver the target benefits and financial savings
• Prepares and presents departmental annual plans and budgets in line with corporate goals and objectives
• Coordinates and monitors all the Company's freight forwarding operations activities in a cost-effective manner
• Maintains and communicates information and implications of changes in export and import regulations and other relevant regulations; political situation; changes in competition and market trends as it may affect movements of freight forwarding operations
• Develops and manages relationships with relevant regulatory or external bodies or contacts such as Customs, NPA, Terminal Operators, SSS etc.
• Negotiates and quotes competitive rates promptly for freight and customs clearance jobs for vehicles, bulk cargos or containers, imports and exports, air freight Amongst others

Requirements

• Minimum of first degree / HND in Logistics, Purchasing and Supply or any related discipline
• MBA or related master’s degree is an advantage
• Exceptional knowledge of export and air freight
• Relevant professional certification in Shipping or Maritime Operations e.g. Chartered Institute of Shipping (CIS) and membership of council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN) is required
• Minimum of 7 years cognate experience in a Freight Forwarding with at least 3 years in a managerial position.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.