About the Role
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc, a prominent leader in the Nigerian manufacturing and FMCG sector and the producer of the iconic Golden Penny brand, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Dispatch Manager for our Iganmu Supply Chain - B2C operations. In this role, you will coordinate and oversee daily loading and dispatch activities, ensuring timely and efficient operations that align with our high standards while preventing customer stockouts.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate loading and dispatch activities in strict accordance with established standard operating procedures.
- Monitor customer order schedules and proactively plan deliveries to prevent stockouts and maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Supervise and manage the on-site dispatch team to drive operational efficiency and minimize errors.
- Engage and coordinate with registered transporters to ensure effective truck allocation and optimal fleet utilization.
- Minimize internal and external demurrage costs through meticulous scheduling and route planning.
- Prepare and submit accurate daily delivery loadout reports for operational tracking and performance analysis.
- Communicate delivery schedules transparently to corporate customers, dealers, and the internal sales team.
- Ensure strict adherence to corporate health, safety, and environmental regulations across all dispatch operations.
- Monitor key dispatch performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Train, coach, and develop logistics team members to boost overall productivity and career growth.
- Possession of an HND or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven professional experience in logistics, dispatch, or supply chain operations.
- Prior working experience within the FMCG or large-scale manufacturing industry is a strong added advantage.
- Demonstrated expertise in team leadership, fleet coordination, and demurrage reduction strategies.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive medical and health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional training and career advancement within a market-leading enterprise.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and growth-oriented work culture.