About the Role
HBM Nigeria Plc (Formerly Lafarge), a leading building solutions company in Sub-Saharan Africa, is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Transport Scheduling Executive to join our growing operations. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing transport planning and scheduling resources for contracted Logistics Service Providers (LSPs), ensuring seamless order fulfillment and adherence to our core values of health, safety, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure strict compliance and adherence to the company's Health and Safety policies, standards, and advisories across all transport operations.
- Schedule received orders accurately in alignment with logistics Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including On-Time Shipping (OTS), On-Time Delivery (OTD), and Basic Service Performance (BSP) targets.
- Review orders across all regional shipping points to match capacity and liaise with the Planning Manager to align scheduling with daily dispatch rules.
- Act as the primary point of contact between transport operations, dispatch, and customer service teams to resolve missing or incorrect information.
- Manage transporter and truck scheduling in alignment with contractual standards, securing transport capacity and spot-on solutions within agreed timeframes.
- Maintain Logon Master data settings for carriers and trucks while applying driver and truck consequence management protocols.
- Provide robust feedback and accurate data entry into transport systems to support continuous process and system improvements.
- Minimum of 3 years of related operational experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
- End-to-end (E2E) knowledge of sales and logistics flow.
- Proficiency in SAP SD Module, LOGON, and HODIM systems.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills with a commitment to exceptional customer service.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Competitive salary package within the Nigerian building and construction sector.
- Opportunities for professional development, intensive training, and career advancement.
- Health insurance and comprehensive wellness benefits.
- A collaborative work environment focused on sustainability and innovation.