Job Openings at APM Terminals (2 Positions)

Applications are invited from interested and qualified candidates to apply for the job openings at APM Terminals.

APM Terminals is a port operating company headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. A unit of Danish shipping company Maersk’s Transport and Logistics division.

They operate 74 port and terminal facilities across 38 countries on five continents. APM Terminals provides integrated cargo and inland services, supporting global trade by growing businesses, economies, and communities.

Individuals interested in the job openings at APM Terminals should review the job details, requirements, and application process provided below.

Assistant Logistics Manager

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND 
• Location: Lagos| Nigeria. See other Jobs in Lagos
• Category: Logistics Jobs
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Description:

At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Contribute to continuous improvement through Kaizen initiatives, system enhancements, and improved data visibility.
• Build broad operational knowledge by collaborating with Asset Maintenance, Warehouse, Finance, suppliers, and logistics partners.
• Strengthen your expertise in Nigerian import regulations, logistics systems, and evolving operational requirements.
• Influence improvements in shipment turnaround time, documentation accuracy, operational reliability, and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the Logistics Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing import and logistics operations, with a focus on regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, and timely shipment delivery.

• Manage end-to-end import logistics operations, ensuring timely shipment clearance and delivery while maintaining agreed lead times.
• Maintain accurate import documentation and compliance with requirements including Form M, PAAR, and SONCAP.
• Resolve operational issues such as clearance bottlenecks, manifest errors, shipment discrepancies, and documentation gaps.
• Coordinate activities across Asset Maintenance, Warehouse, Finance, suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents, and regulatory bodies.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement improvements that strengthen turnaround time, accuracy, cost efficiency, and reliability.
• Maintain reliable freight portal data, communicate structured updates, escalate risks, and recommend solutions that minimize business impact.
• Monitor changes in import laws and regulations and ensure compliance with relevant international, national, and local requirements, including Maersk guidelines on third-party management.

Success in this role will be reflected through clearance and delivery lead-time adherence, documentation accuracy, compliance, fewer operational delays, cost optimization, stakeholder satisfaction, and contributions to process improvement.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Bring at least five years of experience in import or logistics operations.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of Nigerian import regulations and systems, including NCS, SON, and NSW.
• Apply sound judgement when managing shipment delays, regulatory requirements, documentation risks, and operational uncertainties.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and external stakeholders while providing timely updates and practical solutions.
• Take initiative, coordinate cross-functional activities, and resolve complex logistics matters without requiring constant supervision.

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Terminal Procurement Manager

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND 
• Location: Lagos| Nigeria. See other Jobs in Lagos
• Category: Procurement Jobs
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Description:

As our Procurement Manager at APM Terminals Apapa, you will execute the full Source-to-Pay value stream and deliver sourcing strategies aligned with the terminal’s strategic plan, annual budget, and operational priorities. You will create value through cost efficiency, supplier performance, compliance, and a resilient supply chain.

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring adherence to Source-to-Contract processes for projects within the terminal procurement scope.
• Develop the Annual Procurement Plan, Annual Sourcing Plan, and Cost Plan in line with terminal priorities.
• Drive cost leadership across assigned categories and promote cost-conscious decision-making across business functions.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships, including proactive engagement with critical non-category-managed suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with APMT Procurement Standards, the APMM Control Manual, GRC controls, Sustainable Procurement requirements, and Joint Business Review activities.
• Connect terminal requirements to long-term strategic sourcing plans, global procurement initiatives, and supply chain strategies for critical inventory.
• Collaborate with terminal leadership and business stakeholders on annual budget preparation, operational priorities, and procurement improvement opportunities.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Continuous improvement mindset: We are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.
• Leadership expectation: We are looking for people who consistently puts customers first, leads by example with respect for people, delivers results with integrity, and drives continuous improvement by solving problems at the root, developing people, and raising standards every day.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Bring typically 2–5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or engineering planning, preferably within industry, infrastructure, or port environments.
• Demonstrate practical experience with RFx processes, contract implementation, supplier management, TCO, sourcing strategies, and supplier evaluation.
• Use ERP procurement and inventory systems and digital sourcing tools effectively, with a sound understanding of Requisition-to-Pay processes.
• Apply strong negotiation, analytical, stakeholder management, and prioritisation skills while managing high-value or high-risk spend categories in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

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