Operations Support
Job summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Operations Assistant to support the day-to-day logistics and operational activities of the company. The successful candidate will assist with coordinating deliveries, tracking shipments, communicating with drivers and customers, maintaining operational records.
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the daily coordination of logistics and delivery operations.
- Coordinate with drivers, dispatch riders, customers, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
- Monitor and track deliveries, shipments, and assigned routes.
- Follow up with drivers and dispatch teams to confirm pickup and delivery status.
- Assist in planning delivery schedules and assigning jobs based on available resources.
- Prepare and maintain delivery notes, waybills, dispatch records, invoices, and other operational documents.
- Update logistics records, shipment status, vehicle information, and delivery reports.
- Monitor vehicle and driver availability and report operational issues to the Operations Manager.
- Assist with coordinating vehicle maintenance, inspections, fueling, and repairs where required.
- Communicate with customers regarding delivery schedules, delays, pickup arrangements, and other logistics enquiries.
- Follow up on delayed, failed, or incomplete deliveries and assist in resolving issues.
- Assist with monitoring fuel usage, mileage, trip records, and other vehicle-related information.
- Ensure drivers and logistics personnel comply with company procedures and safety requirements.
- Assist with inventory movement, loading, unloading, and warehouse coordination when required.
- Collect and verify proof of delivery and ensure documents are properly filed.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
- Identify operational challenges and escalate issues promptly to management.
- Assist in improving delivery processes, turnaround times, and overall operational efficiency.
- Perform other logistics and administrative duties assigned by the Operations Manager.
Requirements:
- Minimum of OND/HND/Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Transport Management, or a related field.
- Proven years of experience in logistics, transportation, dispatch, warehouse, or operations support.
- Good understanding of logistics and delivery operations.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Workspace.
- Experience using logistics, dispatch, GPS, fleet-tracking, or inventory-management systems is an advantage.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and record-keeping ability.
- Ability to track multiple deliveries and tasks simultaneously.
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, or public holidays when required.
- Ability to work effectively with drivers, customers, vendors, and internal teams.
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