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Head of Sales Logistics Job at Dangote Industries Limited – Lagos

Dangote Industries Limited is seeking an experienced Head of Sales Logistics to lead the coordination between sales operations, supply chain activities, and logistics execution at its Lagos Head Office.

This senior role focuses on ensuring products reach customers efficiently, on schedule, and at an optimal cost while supporting business growth and maintaining strong customer service standards.

The ideal candidate will combine strong logistics expertise with commercial understanding, using data-driven decisions to improve delivery performance, distribution efficiency, and supply chain reliability.

Job Summary

Details	Information
Company	Dangote Industries Limited
Position	Head of Sales Logistics
Location	Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type	Full Time
Industry	Manufacturing / Logistics / Supply Chain
Experience Required	8–15 Years
Leadership Level	Senior Management
Posted Date	19 July 2026

About Dangote Industries Limited

Dangote Industries Limited is one of Africa’s largest industrial groups, with operations across manufacturing, infrastructure, and other strategic sectors.

The company manages extensive supply chain and distribution networks that support the movement of products across different markets while maintaining efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Role Overview

The Head of Sales Logistics will oversee the planning and execution of logistics activities that support sales performance.

The role requires close collaboration with sales teams, supply chain departments, procurement teams, operations units, logistics providers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth product distribution.

The successful candidate will develop logistics strategies, improve delivery performance, control costs, and strengthen customer service through effective transportation and distribution management.

Key Responsibilities

Sales and Demand Planning

The role holder will:

Work closely with sales teams to understand market demand and delivery requirements.
Support demand forecasting and inventory planning.
Ensure product availability aligns with sales objectives.
Balance customer requirements with supply chain capabilities.

Logistics Strategy and Distribution Management

Responsibilities include:

Develop logistics strategies that support business growth and market expansion.
Optimise transportation and distribution networks.
Improve warehousing and delivery processes.
Identify opportunities to increase logistics efficiency.
Support cost-effective movement of products across markets.

Order Fulfillment and Customer Service

The successful candidate will:

Oversee order processing and delivery execution.
Monitor shipment schedules and delivery timelines.
Ensure products are delivered according to customer commitments.
Improve service levels and customer satisfaction.
Resolve delivery challenges affecting business operations.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Key duties include:

Act as a link between:
- Sales teams
- Supply chain departments
- Procurement teams
- Operations teams
Identify and resolve supply chain bottlenecks.
Ensure alignment between commercial objectives and logistics execution.
Support smooth communication between internal teams and external partners.

Cost Management and Performance Improvement

The Head of Sales Logistics will:

Develop strategies to reduce logistics costs while maintaining service quality.
Track important logistics performance indicators.
Analyse delivery performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Key performance indicators include:

Order fulfillment rate
On-time delivery percentage
Logistics cost as a percentage of sales
Inventory turnover
Customer satisfaction levels

Vendor and Partner Management

Responsibilities include:

Manage relationships with logistics companies and service providers.
Evaluate third-party logistics performance.
Support contract and service-level discussions.
Ensure vendors meet operational and customer service expectations.

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Requirements

Applicants should have:

Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Administration
- Marketing
- Related discipline

Additional qualifications that may be advantageous:

Master’s Degree or MBA.
Professional certifications such as:
- APICS/CSCP
- CILT Certification
- PMP
- Supply Chain Management Certifications

Professional Experience

Candidates should have:

8–15 years of experience in:
- Logistics management
- Transportation
- Supply chain operations
- Sales operations

Experience managing large-scale distribution networks and customer delivery operations will be valuable.

Required Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

Supply Chain and Logistics Expertise

Strong understanding of transportation and distribution operations.
Knowledge of inventory management and delivery planning.
Ability to improve logistics processes.

Commercial Awareness

Understanding of sales priorities and customer expectations.
Ability to align logistics decisions with business goals.

Leadership Skills

Strong team leadership ability.
Stakeholder management skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple departments.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Ability to analyse logistics data.
Experience using performance metrics for decision-making.
Strong problem-solving and operational improvement skills.

Working Environment

This role operates in a fast-paced industrial environment where effective coordination between sales, logistics, and supply chain teams is essential.

The successful candidate should be comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining delivery reliability and operational efficiency.

Career Tips Before Applying

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Benefits

Dangote Industries Limited provides benefits that may include:

Private Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and Development Opportunities
Career Development Opportunities

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Dangote on careers.dangote.com to apply.

Review the job requirements carefully and click the Apply for Job button below to continue your application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the Head of Sales Logistics job located?

The position is based at Dangote Industries Limited Head Office, Lagos, Nigeria.

How much experience is required?

Applicants should have between 8 and 15 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, or sales management.

What qualification is required?

A Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is required.

Are professional certifications necessary?

Certifications such as APICS/CSCP, CILT, PMP, or supply chain qualifications are beneficial but not always mandatory.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

The position focuses on improving product delivery, managing logistics operations, reducing costs, and ensuring alignment between sales commitments and supply chain execution.

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