• Application Deadline:
• Position: Asset Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Administration / Secretarial  , Engineering / Technical 
  
  

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Asset Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of the Group’s physical and leased assets. This includes vehicles, machinery, IT equipment, warehouses, residential and office properties, furniture, and other infrastructure spread across our cocoa export, roofing sheet importation, and shipping/logistics operations. The Asset Manager will be responsible for ensuring assets are properly recorded, tagged, insured, maintained, and efficiently utilized. This role will collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Logistics, Legal, and external partners to ensure optimal asset performance from acquisition through disposal, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Asset Acquisition, Registration & Integration

• Take custody of assets immediately after procurement and ensure proper documentation, tagging, classification, and registration.


• Collaborate with Procurement to verify asset specifications, warranties, and delivery conditions.


• Maintain a centralized and continuously updated asset register, categorized by type, location, and assigned department.


• Support inventory control teams in differentiating between fixed assets and operational inventory.

Asset Monitoring, Maintenance & Optimization

• Conduct periodic physical verification of assets and reconcile with the asset register.


• Monitor asset usage, service history, and condition to ensure full operational value.


• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for trucks, tractors, generators, and other critical equipment.


• Work with the Logistics team to track fuel usage, service records, and component replacements.

Asset Valuation, Budgeting & Planning

• Provide data and insights on asset condition and lifecycle to inform CAPEX and replacement planning.


• Assist the Finance team with depreciation tracking and forecasting of asset renewal needs.


• Identify underutilized or aging assets and make recommendations for redeployment or disposal.

Insurance, Risk & Security Management

• Ensure all insurable assets are covered under appropriate policies, with timely renewals and premium tracking.


• Support insurance claims with necessary documentation, incident reports, and asset records.


• Work with Security and Admin to implement asset tracking systems, surveillance coverage, and loss prevention controls.


• Investigate asset loss or damage incidents and propose mitigation measures.

Lease, Rent & Property Management

• Oversee all lease agreements, rental contracts, and land-use arrangements for office, warehouse, and residential properties.


• Track payment schedules and manage renewal, renegotiation, and documentation of lease-related activities.


• Maintain up-to-date property documentation including title deeds, permits, and zoning compliance.

Disposal & Obsolescence Management

• Identify obsolete, idle, or non-performing assets through regular assessments.


• Coordinate the repair, reassignment, or disposal of such assets in accordance with company policy and regulations.


• Ensure documentation for asset disposal is complete and auditable.

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all assets comply with applicable laws and industry regulations (e.g., roadworthiness, property use, fire safety).


• Liaise with government agencies to process registrations, permits, and renewals.


• Support audit processes by providing up-to-date and accurate asset data.

IT & Digital Asset Oversight

• Collaborate with the IT team to maintain records of laptops, software licenses, accessories, and digital tools.


• Oversee IT asset lifecycle from procurement to secure disposal or reassignment.

Sustainability, ESG & Business Continuity

• Track energy consumption and utility performance across warehouses and office properties.


• Recommend sustainable alternatives for aging or inefficient assets (e.g., solar solutions, low-emission vehicles).


• Maintain a disaster recovery asset plan including emergency equipment and backup systems.

Stakeholder Coordination & Training

• Work cross-functionally with department heads to ensure seamless asset deployment and integration into operations.


• Train staff on asset handling protocols, usage policies, and handover procedures.


• Maintain standardized handover/takeover checklists for all asset types.

Documentation & Tools to Be Managed:

• Centralized asset register and tagging database


• Warranty and maintenance contracts


• Lease and tenancy agreements


• Insurance policies and claims logs


• Handover/takeover forms


• Disposal records and approvals


• Depreciation schedules and asset performance reports

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.


• 4–7 years of proven experience in asset management, logistics, facilities management, or inventory control.


• Strong knowledge of asset accounting, tagging, lifecycle tracking, and compliance standards.


• Hands-on experience managing a diverse portfolio of physical assets including vehicles, properties, and IT equipment.


• Familiarity with lease management, insurance practices, and local regulatory requirements.


• Proficiency in Excel and asset management or ERP systems.