Administrative Manager

About the role

Great Hayden Vineyard Services Limited is looking for an Administrative Manager based in Lagos, Marina. The role oversees and coordinates the day-to-day administrative operations of the company, supervises administrative staff and ensures the office environment is professional, organised, secure and conducive to productivity.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor administrative policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Supervise administrative personnel and manage office facilities, equipment, stationery, procurement and inventory.
• Coordinate staff attendance, leave management, welfare and general human resource administration.
• Maintain company records, correspondence, contracts, reports and statutory documentation.
• Liaise with operations, finance, clearing and forwarding, transport and customer service departments.
• Monitor administrative expenses, prepare budgets and ensure cost-effective use of resources.
• Ensure compliance with customs, shipping, port and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, business travel and company events.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, service providers and government agencies.
• Prepare periodic administrative reports and recommend improvements to management.

Required profile

• HND in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant administrative management experience, preferably in logistics, freight forwarding, customs brokerage or supply chain operations.
• Professional certification in Administration, Human Resources or Management is an added advantage.
• Understanding of logistics, shipping, customs clearance and supply chain processes is an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, leadership, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Integrity, confidentiality, attention to detail and ability to work independently across departments.