Operations Manager
Massida Logistics
Djibouti
Ref: HP518-01
Massida Logistics

The Role


The Role


Location: Djibouti
Excellent salary packages: 45K to 75K

We are seeking an experienced Operation Manager to be based in Djibouti.
Reporting to the General Manager, your primary role is to manage a team of 130 people dedicated to operations, manage a fleet of equipment for both container and general cargo handling.


• Manage daily operations, monitor high profile accounts and ensure that high service levels and that financial targets (costs, budgets and profits) are achieved
• Develop and produce timely operations reports against agreed key indicators
• Work with management team to develop/review operational procedures and quality plans to ensure the operation accuracy and reliability.
• Lead the teams to continuously improve work practices and ensure all functions run proactively and achieve customer's satisfaction within target cost.
• Interact with customer and government officials, which include customs, tax bureau, etc. Ensure that our operation is complied with the local government requirements.
• Prepare budgets and objectives and various reports.
• Promote/develop day-to-day operational safety standards + issues and monitor facility security.
• Successfully manage and optimize company resources to provide outstanding services
• Manage our fleet of equipment, including procurement, maintenance plans and disposals in conjunction with the head of garage

Requirements


Requirements


• Min 3 years in container and general cargo handling
• Must have good working knowledge of customs procedure, export and import rules
• Ability to work independently and good judgment & problem solving skill with strong quality/cost control concept
• Strong analytical, planning and time management skills
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• English speaker and French would be a plus
• Computer literate.

About the Company


About the Company


Founded in 1965, Massida Logistics is the largest and most reliable freight forwarder in the Horn of Africa. With over 195 employees and a large fleet of equipment, Massida Logistics offers moving services, bonded warehousing solutions, equipment rental, shipping and stevedoring services of all kinds of cargo.

Our global network of 255 selected and specialised international freight forwarders makes us an ideal partner for shipping and handling your cargo in and out of the Horn of Africa.

More than a simple logistics supplier, Massida Logistics strives to understand its client needs, working in partnership with them in order to provide the best possible quality of service at a competitive rate.

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