Duties & Responsibility

• Lead a progressive and innovative terminal operation, which meets all regulatory, legislative, and procedural requirements.
• To understand the commercial drivers of the business and establish relationships to create opportunities to enhance the terminal operations
• Develop and build relationships with shipping companies, handling agents, and associated business partners in providing a seamless service to customers which maximizes all retail and

Revenue Opportunities.

• Collaborate with other business departments and assist in strategies to increase income and service deliveries.
• Liaise closely with management teams in various company business units and in other group companies to ensure that all of the businesses co-operate and work effectively together in the best interests of the company and the customers
• Manage operational budgets in line with forecasts and ensure financial process integrity at all times.
• Take advantage of any business opportunity that is presented as well as seeking out new business opportunities.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with customers, regulatory organizations such as Nigerian Port Authorities (NPA), Customs, other relevant shipping companies, and associated service providers.
• Maintain and update all important Terminal documentation, support planning for future developments.
• Ensure team members are kept up to date with business and department developments.
• Lead, motivate, and inspire enthusiastic team members to ensure the continued contribution of the terminal operations team in delivering customer excellence and ensure proficiency in their duties and task.

Job Requirements

• At least seven years' experience in commercial bonded terminal operations management.

• Degree in any related field

Desired skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. MS-excel, MS-word, Outlook, etc.).

• Strong communication and negotiation skills

• Strong business acumen

• Good leadership skills

• Team player

• Handles confidential financial and personal information appropriately

• Ability to tactfully handle stressful and difficult situations

• Possess strong problem-solving skills