Transportation Manager

Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily transportation and fleet operations.
• Develop efficient transportation schedules, routes, and delivery plans.
• Manage and supervise drivers, vehicle operators, and other transportation personnel.
• Monitor vehicle utilization, availability, fuel consumption, and operational performance.
• Ensure all vehicles are properly maintained through regular inspections and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, repairs, licensing, insurance, and other documentation.
• Monitor transportation costs and implement strategies to reduce operational expenses.
• Ensure timely and safe transportation of goods, materials, equipment, and personnel.
• Track vehicle movements, deliveries, trip activities, and driver performance.
• Ensure drivers comply with road safety regulations, company policies, and traffic laws.
• Investigate transportation-related incidents, delays, accidents, and customer complaints.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance, fuel usage, trip logs, expenses, and deliveries.
• Liaise with suppliers, transport contractors, customers, and relevant regulatory authorities.
• Identify transportation risks and implement appropriate safety and operational measures.
• Prepare periodic transportation reports and performance updates for management.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve transportation efficiency.
• Ensure proper allocation and utilization of transportation resources.

Requirements:

• HND in Transport Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven years of relevant experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position.
• Strong knowledge of fleet operations, vehicle maintenance, route planning, and transportation logistics.
• Experience managing drivers, transport personnel, and third-party transport providers.
• Good understanding of road safety regulations and transportation compliance requirements in Nigeria.
• Ability to monitor fuel consumption, vehicle performance, and transportation budgets.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and fleet management software.
• Ability to prepare operational reports and analyse transportation data.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple transportation activities.
• Relevant professional certification in transport or logistics management is an added advantage.