Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager

Oversees and coordinates daily logistics and transportation operations, ensuring timely and efficient service delivery. Manages fleet activities, drivers, and operational teams while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the company’s daily logistics and transportation operations.
• Plan and monitor deliveries, dispatches, routes, and fleet activities.
• Supervise drivers, riders, dispatch personnel, and other logistics staff.
• Monitor vehicle utilization, maintenance, fuel consumption, and overall fleet performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Track delivery performance and ensure agreed SLAs and customer expectations are consistently met.
• Identify operational challenges and implement practical solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Liaise with customers, vendors, drivers, and internal departments to resolve logistics and delivery issues.
• Prepare and review logistics reports, operational KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Ensure proper documentation and accountability for all logistics activities.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, cost management, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in a managerial/supervisory logistics role.
• Proven experience managing logistics operations, fleet, deliveries, and operational teams.
• Demonstrated experience in improving operational efficiency and meeting delivery/service-level targets.
• Strong leadership, accountability, and operational discipline.
• Results-oriented and capable of managing multiple logistics activities simultaneously.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when operational requirements demand it.
• Candidates with strong knowledge of the Nigerian logistics and transportation industry will be preferred.

Skills

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of logistics and transportation operations.
• Strong planning, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Good knowledge of fleet and route management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant logistics/fleet management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: dglhrexecutive@gmail.com using the job title e.g “Logistics Manager” as the subject of the email.