Commercial Manager Job at APMDC

APMDC is a fully licenced, well structured shipping agency.  Operating since 2005, we are able to
offer the complete range of shipping and logistics services required by vessel owners and charterers for their ships operating in Nigerian waters.

Our head office is in Lagos, with branch offices in Port Harcourt, Warri, Calabar and Onne and a European representative office based in the UK.

We provide shipping and logistics services across the whole of Nigeria:

    Ships husbandry
    Rig movement
    Bunkering and fuel supplies
    Vessel clearance-in/out of port and within Nigerian waters
    Offshore clearances without officials going on board
    Crewing
    Security
    Documentation- Including shipping, customs and immigration.
    Expatriate quota position and working visas.

Job Title: Commercial Manager
APMDC Associated Port & Marine Development Coy Ltd – Nigeria

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a freight & logistics services provider with huge growth potential.

currently seeking for a highly driven Commercial Manager preferably from a multi-national / global freight & forwarding and / or logistics company , passionate about providing high end service as well as ensuring internal operation stays competitive,  look to adopt an attitude of change for the better .

Reporting directly to the General Manager

Responsibilities:

•Lead , direct and manage the Sales and Business Development Dept. in line with the company strategy to expand the services within and outside the region
•Offer competitive products & services to the market through efficient operations, smart pricing policies and innovative operations – you will develop clear processes and policies to achieve industry best practise in service delivery
•Actively develop client relationships at a senior level and be responsible for delivering services that meet the market requirements and offering smart solutions to secure new business
•Provide leadership, guidance and support to the team; train and motivate staff; develop appropriate succession plans.
•Manage all Divisional resources to ensure optimum utilization.
•Utilize the existing operational abilities by 30% and develop a new operational capability as the business grows
Desired Skills and Experience

    exceptional knowledge  Freight Forwarding, logistics and shipping together with  ability to analyse and “think outside the box” will help drive sales, product, profit and the overall company business strategy.
    be commercially minded, have an understanding of P&L reporting and have a thorough understanding of how your actions will impact the bottom line.
    ability to build strong internal relationships with key stake holders will ensure your success, working closely with procurement and provide comprehensive analysis of transport, air freight and ocean freight trade lanes and identify opportunities to drive profitable growth.
    have at least min of 5 years experince in the field of F&F, Logistics & Shipping.
    able to identify opportunities and propose competitive services accordingly
    Able to conceptualise and then deliver new Freight and Transport products & services will be an advantage
    Able to manage all financial & budgetary issues professionally
    Fluent in English with excellent communication and presentation skills
    Fully proved proficient computer skills

How to Apply

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