Logistics Manager

Job title : Logistics Manager

Job Summary

• The Logistics Manager will be responsible for coordinating and optimizing the company's transportation and logistics activities, ensuring efficient movement of vehicles, passengers, materials, and operational resources.
• The role requires strong planning, coordination, problem-solving, and fleet management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
Logistics & Fleet Operations:

• Plan and coordinate daily logistics and transportation activities.
• Monitor vehicle deployment, movement, availability, and utilization.
• Coordinate drivers and ensure adherence to approved schedules and routes.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance requirements and escalate issues promptly.

Operational Planning:

• Develop efficient logistics plans and schedules.
• Coordinate resources required for smooth transportation operations.
• Identify and resolve delays, route challenges, and operational disruptions.
• Ensure efficient utilization of vehicles and other operational resources.

Driver & Team Management:

• Supervise and coordinate drivers and logistics personnel.
• Monitor driver performance, attendance, compliance, and conduct.
• Ensure drivers adhere to safety and operational procedures.
• Support training and performance improvement initiatives.

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with company transportation, safety, and operational policies.
• Monitor vehicle documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents, delays, and operational issues.
• Identify and mitigate logistics-related risks.

Reporting & Cost Control:

• Monitor logistics costs and identify opportunities for efficiency.
• Maintain accurate logistics and fleet records.
• Prepare regular operational reports for Management.
• Track key logistics performance indicators and recommend improvements.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Work closely with Terminal Managers, drivers, vendors, and other operational stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Management to ensure effective service delivery.
• Support resolution of customer and operational issues affecting transportation services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / HND in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4–5 years relevant experience in logistics, transportation, fleet, or operations management.
• Strong knowledge of transportation and fleet operations.
• Proven ability to manage drivers, vehicles, schedules, and operational resources.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time-sensitive operations.
• Candidates resident in Warri, Delta State are preferred.
• Male candidates are preferred based on the current operational requirements of the role.

Key Competencies:

• Logistics and fleet management.
• Operational planning and coordination.
• Leadership and people management.
• Problem solving and decision-making.
• Communication and negotiation.
• Cost management.
• Attention to detail.
• Safety and risk management.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.