Tribest is a corporate support solutions provider with a comprehensive range of people outsourcing services. We have a diversified team of management, strategy, banking and capacity development experts working together to provide organizations with the best human resource management solutions. With a team that diverse, we are setting new standards of performance and raising the bar in excellent service delivery.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Managing Director (Freight, Logistics, Express and Courier Services)
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Role Purpose
- The Managing Director will provide strategic leadership to drive operational excellence, market expansion, and profitability.
- You will oversee the entire logistics value chain—from warehousing and fleet management to international freight forwarding and last-mile courier services—ensuring the company remains a competitive leader in the Nigerian and West African markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute long-term business strategies to increase market share in the competitive Lagos and national logistics landscape.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations across sea/air freight, haulage, and express courier services, ensuring optimal route planning and minimal transit times.
- Revenue Growth: Identify and secure high-value corporate contracts and partnerships with e-commerce platforms and manufacturing hubs.
- Fleet & Asset Management: Supervise the maintenance, acquisition, and tracking of vehicle fleets and warehouse infrastructure to ensure 99% uptime.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all operations strictly adhere to NIMASA, NPA, NIPOST, and other relevant federal and state transport regulations.
- Technology Integration: Lead the implementation of logistics management software (LMS), real-time tracking systems, and automated warehouse solutions.
- Financial Oversight: Manage the annual budget, P&L, and capital expenditure, ensuring lean operations and healthy cash flow.
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 12–15 years in the logistics or supply chain industry, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role (GM or MD level).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Engineering. An MBA is highly preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Nigerian clearing and forwarding process, port operations (Apapa/Tincan), and last-mile delivery challenges.
- Network: Proven track record of managing relationships with customs, regulatory bodies, and large-scale corporate clients.
- Leadership: Strong ability to manage a diverse workforce, from field drivers and warehouse staff to senior department heads
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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