Human Resource Manager (Trucking, Trailer & Logistics Operations) at a Logistics Company - Favourtie HRguide

Favourtie HRguide - Our client, a logistics company, is a growing force in the trailer and truck logistics industry, moving freight across the country with a fleet that never sleeps.

They are recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resource Manager (Trucking, Trailer & Logistics Operations)

Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: hybrid

About the Role

• Our client is looking for a seasoned HR Manager who understands the pace, pressure, and people dynamics unique to the trucking, logistics, and manufacturing distribution world.
• This is a senior leadership role where you will serve as a true business partner to operations, helping us hire the right people, keep them engaged, and ensure every aspect of our workforce management is compliant, efficient, and forward-thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for drivers, dispatchers, warehouse staff, and corporate roles
• Manage onboarding, compliance, and regulatory documentation
• Develop and implement retention strategies to reduce high driver turnover
• Oversee performance management and disciplinary procedures across all departments
• Partner with operations leadership to align HR strategy with fleet and logistics goals
• Administer benefits, payroll coordination, and employee relations
• Champion a safety-first culture across the entire organization
• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital
• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Maintain pay plan and benefits program
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3 years of HR management experience in trucking, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution
• Solid understanding of DOT regulations, CDL requirements, and driver compliance
• Proven record of reducing turnover in high-volume, shift-based environments
• Strong knowledge of employment law and multi-state compliance
• Experience with HRIS systems and workforce planning tools
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR certification preferred.

Important:

• Candidates must have prior HR experience specifically within trucking, logistics, manufacturing, distribution, or a closely related industrial operations environment.
• Applications without relevant industry experience will not be considered.

Why Join Us

• Competitive base salary (N350,000 - N500,000 monthly) commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal leave.

Application Closing Date
26th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: Foyinoluwa@gmail.com using "HR Manager" as the subject of the mail.