Job Title: Operation Manager – Shipping & Logistics
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Operation
Budget: Open to Negotiation
About the Role
The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations of sea cargo logistics, ensuring the efficient, compliant, and profitable movement of goods across global shipping routes. The role demands strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a commitment to operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage and coordinate all sea cargo operations, including loading, shipping, customs clearance, and delivery, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of goods.
2. Supervise scheduling, maintenance, and utilization of vessels and containers, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and optimizing fleet efficiency.
3. Ensure adherence to international shipping laws, maritime codes, environmental regulations, and customs requirements, including managing necessary shipping and trade documentation.
4. Collaborate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, port authorities, and inland transportation teams to ensure seamless cargo flow from origin to destination.
5. Develop and implement strategies to optimize operational costs, minimize downtime, and improve overall profitability through resource planning, vendor management, and process improvement.
6. Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring high service standards, addressing operational issues promptly, and supporting business growth through excellent customer service.
7. Lead and train operational staff, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and accountability
Experience
1. A minimum of 12 years’ experience in shipping, freight forwarding, or port logistics operations.
2. In-depth knowledge of international shipping regulations, customs laws, and maritime industry standards.
3. Experience with top-tier shipping/logistics firms in Nigeria is required.
Education:
1. Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Maritime Studies, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
2. Masters degree is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidate should submit their resume via this link: https://forms.gle/UTFoW3FJtkBBMB7G7.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- How many years’ experience in shipping, freight forwarding, or port logistics operations?
- Do you have work experience with any of the top-tier shipping/logistics firms in Nigeria?
Application Deadline: 10/06/2025