Logistics / Fleet Officer at White Soul Motors Limited

White Soul Motors Limited incorporated in 1996 is a leading importer, distributor and marketer of various brands of brand new and very clean foreign used vehicles.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics / Fleet Officer

Location: Cross River
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our company is a leading haulage company in Nigeria, looking to engage qualified and experienced Logistics Officers to manage our fleet across various locations in Nigeria.

The ideal candidate would be required to:

• Oversee assigned fleet’s operations and make direct reports to the Fleet Coordinator on fleet performance and other operational requirements
• Monitor and report daily trucks turn-around time
• Direct activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking vehicles
• Direct investigations to verify and resolve all complaints relating to fleet management or drivers conduct
• Obtain and maintain annual inspections certification by regulatory authorities or in line with contractual obligations from clients
• Obtain and maintain all truck licensing, registrations and permits
• Oversee proper use of fuel/diesel rations; maintain log and account for fuel/diesel and oil storage tanks
• Coordinate daily pre-trip and post-trip truck inspections
• Utilize GPS systems in conjunction with tracking unit to monitor drivers and track vehicles at all
• Develop, maintain and ensure adherence to disciplinary procedures and drivers’ orientation program and administering disciplinary measures to non-compliant drivers.
• Assist the HR unit in the recruitment of quality drivers into the fleet.
• Managing drivers so they adhere to strict schedules.
• Training and re-training of the drivers for efficiency
• Regularly holding meeting with the (except those on official assignment) to discuss and ensure the smooth operations and the actualization of the goals of the company
• Constantly monitor the tracking report and follow up with drivers on issues raised and send updated report on issues resolution.

Academic Requirements and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized tertiary institution
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in supply chain management, including, haulage, logistics, and fleet management and customer service operations
• Complete and up-to-date knowledge of Federal and State transportation regulations.
• Ability to accurately calculate load arrival times and other performance parameters.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers and Intermediate to advanced level Microsoft Excel with a manifest readiness to learn company specific fleet management software quickly
• Ability to develop and maintain an accurate record-keeping system
• Ability to think on one’s feet and make decisions quickly
• Listening skills: Willing to listen to drivers, office personnel, management, state and federal regulators and their concerns.
• Handle emergencies: Ability to stay calm and take decisions quickly
• Differentiate driver issues, decipher problems versus complaints and proffer relevant solutions

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2021.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@whitesoulgroup.org using the Job Title as subject of email.