Business Manager

Swift Consulting—a management consulting and executive recruitment firm—is recruiting a Business Manager on behalf of a growing logistics and supply chain client located in Shangisha, Magodo, Lagos State. Reporting to executive management, this commercial leadership position oversees daily logistics operations, revenue generation, fleet/service delivery optimization, client acquisition, and operational budget management across local and regional transport channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Growth & Commercial Strategy: Formulate and execute growth plans to expand market share, secure logistics service contracts, and form strategic commercial partnerships.

• Operations & Fleet Efficiency: Oversee daily dispatch, haulage, and supply chain service delivery to optimize fleet utilization and resolve operational bottlenecks.

• Financial Management & Profitability: Manage operational budgets, track unit profitability, control transport costs, and analyze key financial performance metrics.

• Client & Contract Negotiations: Manage client relationships, draft commercial proposals, and negotiate service-level agreements (SLAs) with corporate partners.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Academic Background: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Transport Management, or a related discipline.

• Sector Track Record: 3–5 years of verifiably managing logistics operations, client portfolios, or transportation business units.

• Core Competencies: Commercial contract negotiation, logistics routing/fleet management knowledge, budget analysis, team leadership, and proficiency with Microsoft Office/logistics management tools.