Transport / Dispatch Manager - PPU
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Dangote Industries Limited is hiring a Transport/Dispatch Manager for its Polypropylene plant at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE in Lagos. The role plans, coordinates, and controls inbound and outbound transportation and dispatch operations, managing fleet and carrier performance, loading operations, and transport compliance. The position reports to the Head, Logistics - PPU Operations.
- Senior logistics role within Dangote's Polypropylene plant operations
- Based at Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE, Lagos
- Reports to Head, Logistics - PPU Operations
- Covers road, rail, and bulk carrier dispatch planning
- Manages third-party transporter contracts, rates, and performance
- Requires HSE and hazardous materials transport compliance oversight
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Transport / Dispatch Manager - PPU at Dangote Industries Limited
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Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Transport / Dispatch Manager - PPU
Location: Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE, Lagos
Reports to: Head, Logistics -PPU Operations
Job Summary
The Transportation/Dispatch Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling all inbound and outbound transportation and dispatch operations for the Polypropylene (PP) plant, ensuring the safe, timely, and cost-effective movement of finished PP product, raw materials, and bulk feedstock via road, rail, and bulk carriers.
The role owns the dispatch scheduling process, fleet and carrier performance, loading/weighbridge operations, and transport-related documentation and compliance, working closely with the Warehouse Manager, Production, Commercial/Sales, and external logistics partners to ensure reliable, on-time delivery while optimizing transportation cost and minimizing safety and product-quality risk during transit.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Dispatch Planning & Scheduling:
Develop and manage the daily/weekly dispatch schedule for road, and bulk shipments in line with production output, customer orders, and inventory availability.
Optimize loading sequencing and bay/dock allocation to minimize vehicle dwell time and maximize daily dispatch throughput.
Coordinate with Production, Warehouse, and Commercial/Sales teams to prioritize dispatch based on order urgency, customer SLAs, and storage constraints.
Manage exception handling for schedule disruptions (vehicle shortages, production delays, weather, customer changes) and communicate proactively with stakeholders.
Fleet & Carrier Management:
Manage contracts, rates, and performance of third-party transporters and freight forwarders, ensuring SLA compliance and cost competitiveness.
Ensure all drivers and transport partners comply with HSE, hazardous materials handling, and defensive-driving standards relevant to petrochemical product transport.
Conduct periodic carrier performance reviews and tender/negotiate transportation contracts and freight rates in coordination with Procurement.
Oversee owned/leased fleet operations, including vehicle maintenance planning, roadworthiness compliance, and driver scheduling and performance management.
Loading & Yard Operations:
Manage yard traffic flow to minimize congestion, vehicle queuing, and turnaround delays, particularly during peak dispatch periods.
Ensure loading equipment (forklifts, loading arms, Reach Stacker) is maintained and operated safely and efficiently.
Oversee safe and efficient loading operations for bagged pallets, ensuring correct product, batch, and quantity verification prior to dispatch.
Documentation, Compliance & HSE:
Lead investigations into transport-related incidents, near-misses, product damage, or delivery failures, and implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with national and international transport regulations, including hazardous materials/dangerous goods transport requirements applicable to PP resin and associated chemicals.
Ensure accurate and timely generation of dispatch documentation: delivery notes, waybills, weighbridge tickets, certificates of analysis, and dangerous goods/hazmat transport documents.
Enforce refinery HSE and process safety standards across all loading, transport, and yard operations, including permit-to-work and static/spark-risk controls.
Cost Management & Continuous Improvement:
Drive continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives (dispatch scheduling systems, telematics, automated weighbridge/gate systems) to improve efficiency and visibility.
Identify and implement route optimization, load consolidation, and modal-shift opportunities (road-to-rail, bulk-to-container) to reduce transportation cost.
Prepare and present regular performance reports on dispatch reliability, transportation cost, and carrier/fleet performance to plant and supply chain leadership.
Own and manage the transportation and dispatch operating budget, tracking freight cost per ton, demurrage/detention costs, and cost-saving opportunities.
Qualifications & Experience
Hands-on experience with SAP SD/TM (Sales & Distribution / Transportation Management) or equivalent ERP/dispatch scheduling systems required.
Experience negotiating and managing third-party logistics (3PL), transporter, and rail operator contracts and performance.
Professional certification in Logistics/Transportation Management (e.g., CILT, APICS/CPIM, CSCP) or Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Transport certification is an advantage.
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience managing bulk/hazardous product transportation (road tanker, rail car, bulk carrier) and associated regulatory compliance.
At least 3–5 years in a supervisory/managerial role leading dispatch, fleet, or transportation teams.
8–10 years of progressive experience in transportation, dispatch, or logistics operations, preferably within a petrochemical, polymer, refinery, or bulk manufacturing environment.
Functional Competencies:
Fleet management: maintenance planning, driver management, and vehicle compliance.
Knowledge of hazardous materials/dangerous goods transport regulations relevant to PP resin and petrochemical products.
HSE and process safety standards relevant to bulk/hazardous product loading and transport.
Weighbridge, loading, and yard operations management.
Freight cost management and budgeting.
Transportation and dispatch scheduling and route optimization.
Freight and carrier contract management, rate negotiation, and 3PL performance management.
Transport documentation, customs/export compliance, and trade documentation (where applicable).
Behavioural Competencies:
Effective leadership of dispatch, yard, and fleet teams, with a hands-on, visible presence in operations.
Negotiation skills for managing carrier contracts and freight rates.
Continuous improvement orientation, seeking efficiency and cost-reduction opportunities.
Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, 24/7 industrial dispatch environment.
Strong planning and organizational skills, able to manage complex, time-sensitive dispatch schedules under pressure.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across Production, Warehouse, Commercial, and external logistics partners.
Decisive problem-solver, able to manage disruptions and exceptions with minimal impact to delivery commitments.
Safety-first mindset with proactive hazard identification, particularly around loading and hazardous material transport.
Digital/SAP Competencies:
Working knowledge of SAP TM (Transportation Management) or equivalent transport planning/scheduling systems.
Experience with weighbridge automation, telematics/GPS fleet tracking, and electronic proof-of-delivery systems.
Familiarity with SAP MM/WM integration points relevant to dispatch (stock availability, goods issue, delivery confirmation).
Proficient in SAP SD (Sales & Distribution) for outbound delivery creation, shipment scheduling, and billing-related dispatch documentation.
Exposure to digital yard management systems, automated gate/access control, and real-time dispatch visibility platforms is an advantage.
Proficiency in MS Excel for dispatch scheduling, freight cost analysis, and KPI dashboard reporting.
Ability to generate and interpret SAP reports on dispatch performance, freight cost, and carrier/vehicle utilization.
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