Job Description
- Application Deadline:
- Position: Client Relations / Logistics Associate
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 3 - 5 years
- Location Lagos
- Job Field Logistics 
Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management:
- Develop strategies to retain existing clients by providing exceptional services.
- Provide accurate information about the company's services, policies, and procedures.
- Respond promptly to prospective clients RFQ.
- Resolve customer complaints and issues promptly. Escalate to higher levels when necessary.
- Ensure seamless and reliable service delivery with real time tracking and updates.
- Schedule regular follow-up calls or meetings with prospective and key customers to discuss their needs and satisfaction.
- Identify prospective clients and maintain close follow-up until they are turned into actual clients.
- Regularly solicit customer feedback, validate it, and act on it to improve services.
- Personalize interactions and tailor services to meet individual customer needs.
Vendor Management:
- Maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors for continuity of business.
- Negotiate contracts and ensure that the client is satisfied, and the company’s profitability is guaranteed.
Operational Responsibilities:
- Organize and oversee shipment, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
- Ensure all shipping documents, such as the bill of laden, packing list, invoices, etc. are properly processed and stored.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment with other team members and the transport department.
- Build and maintain communication with freight forwarders and suppliers.
Educational Qualifications & Required Skills
- 3 - 5 years cognate work experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Certification in client relationship management, Supply Chain Management, or logistics will be an added advantage.
- Excellent customer and interpersonal skills.
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
- Strong organization and attention to details.
- Analytical skills to interpret performance data.
- Ability to manage multiple clients’ accounts and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Knowledge of shipping regulations, customs procedures, and international trade, with deep understanding of shipping and logistics processes.
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate and meet new clients.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of safety and compliance regulations.