Pick-up and Delivery Foot Courier at RPL Logistics Limited (2 Openings)

RPL Logistics Limited is an internationally affiliated logistics company. We are known to provide excellent logistics and delivery services to our business partners and customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Pick-up and Delivery Foot Courier

Locations: Lekki and Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are in search ofa Pick-up and Delivery Foot Courier that will be traversing the Lagos city, by foot,or mass transit when necessary, to pick up and deliver orders. The ability to walk continuously during is required for this position.
• The Pick Up and Delivery Foot Courier will receive daily route information fromthe Logistics Supervisors via the company mobile device.
• The Pick Up and Delivery Foot Courier may also be asked to perform other duties within a RPL Logistics Office branches, if there is a period of time where they are not assigned any pick-up/delivery activity.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for walking or taking mass transit to perform pick-up/delivery service for RPL Logistics Office centers and for customers.
• Pick-up duties encompass walking or taking mass transit to the customer s place of business (or RPL Logistics Office branch), receiving orders or packages and picking up supplies and inventory items from vendor s place of business.
• Delivery duties include delivering finished orders or packages to customers (or RPL Logistics Office branch) and distributing orders as requested.
• Ensure packages conform to RPL Logistics Office and general RPL Logistics features of service, proper labeling is provided, and all paperwork is complete, neat, and accurate. This specifically includes ensuring that all packages requiring special handling or transportation are properly packed and labeled so that such packages can be transported in accordance with established safety and regulatory procedures.
• Receive daily route information from the Logistics Supervisor via a company-provided mobile phone.
• Ensure the proper upkeep and maintenance of company-issued equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining pick-up/delivery logs in the event of failure of handset used for package logging. Adhere to RPL Logistics Office company and safety policies and guidelines.
• Follow accident and injury procedures and observe all traffic laws, signals and signs, including street signs, pedestrian crossings and signals.
• Responsible for ensuring quality service is provided at each customer interaction through efficient and professional delivery service.
• Answer customer questions and assist in problem resolution through polite and caring transactions/interactions.
• Responsible for performing additional duties within an assigned retail center during non-delivery times. All other duties as needed, assigned, or required.

Qualifications

• OND or equivalent education.
• 2+ years delivery experience
• This position requires continuous walking.
• Extensive and detailed knowledge of the applicable metropolitan area.
• Extensive and detailed knowledge of all applicable public transportation systems within the applicable metropolitan area.
• Ability to walk continuously in the metropolitan area, excluding meal and rest periods or otherwise as required by law.
• Ability to determine and navigate the most efficient routes in the market (i. e. by foot, by subway, etc.).
• Ability to remain alert and prepared at all times.
• Ability to carry up to 25 pounds for more than half of the work hours. Ability to move and lift 55 pounds.
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and other team members. Ability, on a consistent basis, to perform work activities requiring cooperation and instruction.
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to function in a fast-paced environment, under substantial pressure.
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to report regularly to work and maintain established business hours in order to support the RPL Logistics Office business; regular attendance and/or reporting could include regular attendance at a physical location and/or maintaining established business hours depending on the scope and nature of the position and customer requirements.

Benefits & Incentives

• Pension
• Leave allowance
• Profit sharing
• Career advancement
• Continuous learning and development
• HMO
• Positive and engaging Culture.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2021

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.