• Application Deadline:
• Position: Transport Operation Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 6 - 13 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Logistics 
  

Job Description

Operational Efficiency & Performance Management:

• Develop and implement transport strategies that align with organizational,objectives.


• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the transport team, drivers, and fleet operations to ensure timely delivery of services.


• Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the performance of transport operations, including fuel efficiency, delivery times, and vehicle utilization.


• Identify inefficiencies in operations and suggest improvements or innovations to increase productivity and reduce costs.

Fleet Management:

• Oversee the management and maintenance of the company’s fleet, ensuring that vehicles are safe, roadworthy, and compliant with regulatory requirements.


• Implement systems for scheduling regular maintenance and repairs, reducing vehicle downtime.


• Monitor fuel usage, vehicle performance, and driver behavior through the use of fleet management software.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure all transport activities comply with national and international transport


• laws, health and safety regulations, and industry standards.


• Maintain proper records of fleet and transport operations, including driver


• licenses, vehicle insurance, and transport permits.


• Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental guidelines.

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate the transport team, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability.


• Conduct performance reviews, set clear objectives, and provide ongoing feedback to the team.


• Organize training programs for drivers and transport staff on safe driving, customer service, and company policies.

Cost Management:

• Prepare and manage the transport budget, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising quality.


• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, third-party logistics providers, and fuel vendors to achieve cost savings.


• Monitor expenses related to fuel, repairs, and maintenance, and identify areas for cost reduction.

Route Planning & Optimization:

• Oversee the scheduling and planning of transport routes to ensure timely and efficient delivery.


• Use transport management systems (TMS) to optimize route planning, reduce fuel consumption, and improve delivery times.


• Evaluate and improve route optimization, ensuring minimal delays and optimal vehicle usage.

Customer Service:

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by delivering efficient and timelyservices.


• Act as the point of contact for escalated transport issues and resolve them promptly to maintain client trust.


• Work closely with the customer service department to ensure smooth communication between the transport team and clients.

Risk Management & Security:

• Conduct risk assessments related to transport operations, ensuring proper safety measures are in place.


• Manage transport-related incidents, accidents, and emergencies, conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions.


• Ensure proper security measures for cargo and passengers, including monitoring security risks and safeguarding assets.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with 6 - 13 years experience.