• Application Deadline:
• Position: Business Unit Manager - Port Operations



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  
  

Job Description

• Haul247 Innovative Technologies is seeking a result-oriented Business Unit Manager who will set up the Port Operations business vertical. 


• She / He will be responsible for driving freight forwarding business and port operations, overall business development, operational set-up and management, and overall efficiency of the business unit.

Responsibilities

• Business Development – Prospect and onboard customers, manage their expectations, enrich customer experience, and grow market share.


• Operations Management – Set up the port operations team and structure. Scope includes dry port, seaport, airport, and cross-border operations in a way to drive operational excellence and optimise end-to-end lead time.


• Relationship Management – Develop and maintain strong relationships with relevant regulators, vendors, customers, and other relevant stakeholders.


• Risk Management – Develop a robust risk management governance with a mitigation plan and put in place an effective Business Continuity Plan (BCP).


• Reporting – Put in place a structure that ensures the preparation of accurate and timely commercial and operational reports for management and stakeholders, highlighting key insights and recommendations.


• Team Management – Recruit, train, motivate, and manage employees, ensuring talent development and retention.


• Business Management – Ensures an effective operation and a profitable business.


• Financial Management – Manages Cost-to-Serve and P&L.

Key Performance Indicators 

• OTIF, Operating Margin, Team Management.

Requirements

• Minimum BSc / HND, preferably in logistics, supply chain, business, or engineering


• 7+ years of experience in freight forwarding and business development.


• Strategic mindset with the ability to drive business growth and a self-starter.


• Deep knowledge of import/export with operations management skills


• Proficiency in international trade regulations, Incoterms, customs and port procedures/documentation.


• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship management, problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills.


• Result-oriented, proactive, with integrity and honesty.