Damco in Nigeria is looking to aggressively expand and grow our business and operations within the landside services segment (LSS) in the coming years. The successful candidate will play a central part in our growth and will be responsible for a portfolio of clients; including P&L responsibility, volume targets, building strong relationships, setting a strong team and achieving our targets.
The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Position: Team Leader - DAMCO Nigeria - Maersk Logistics, Lagos, Nigeria
Reference: 49911
The Position:
You will hold the position of Team Leader for Damco in Nigeria and join a young, energetic team of highly professional transportation and logistics professionals. You will be a key player in the further growth of the company focusing mainly on the market in Nigeria. You will have a team of 4-5 people reporting to you.
General Responsibilities:
You will be overall responsible for the commercial and operational side of our business for a portfolio of clients within our Landside Services segment (Customs Clearance and Delivery being key aspects of our business). You will be responsible for maximizing/growing volumes with existing clients, through building strong client relationships, exercising excellent and proactive customer service and achieving strong operational results.
Specific tasks and areas of responsibility:
• Ensure we have a strong team in place to proactively manage and execute the business of our clients efficiently P/L responsibility (revenue, costs and profit) for a portfolio of clients
• Maximize volumes and revenue from clients within portfolio Build strong relationships with key clients
• Ensure we achieve the best possible operational performance Ensure we are competitive and meet the demands of our customers
• Compile weekly reports Knowledge and
Qualifications:
• 3-5 years of experience from a similar position Proven track record of business development, commercial and operational management of a logistics operation
• Strong skills in people and business management
• A relevant BSc in business management, economics, logistics etc.
• Strong understanding of logistics in Nigeria Result oriented and strong sense of urgency
Damco can offer a good and competitive package according to qualifications.
Only online applications through the Job Portal will be considered. Click here (http://www.maersk.com/Career/Vacancies/Pages/Apply.aspx?vacancyid=49911) to apply
Deadline for applications is 14 February 2010.
For more information about the potential job please contact ngadamhr@damco.com.
Vacancy for Team Leader (Manager) at Damco, Lagos, Nigeria (http://www.maersk.com/Career/Vacancies/Pages/Vacancies.aspx?Region=0&Country=71&Company=0&JobFunction=0&JobNumber=49911)