Logistics Manager

Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria | Posted 5 days ago

Full-time On-site

Logistics 200,000 - 400,000

Logistics Manager

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Logistics / Operations

Reports To: Head of Operations / General Manager

Industry: Security Services

Job Summary

BrowseCareersWe are seeking an experienced and highly organised Logistics Manager to oversee the company's fleet, drivers, transportation, vehicle maintenance, and logistics operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that escort vehicles, operational vehicles, rapid response vehicles, and drivers are properly coordinated and available for operational assignments. The role requires strong planning, problem-solving, administrative, and people-management skills, as well as the ability to respond quickly to operational emergencies.
Experience in a security company or related security/field operations environment will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet & Vehicle Management:

Manage the company's fleet of escort, operational, patrol, and rapid response vehicles.
Ensure vehicles are available, roadworthy, properly maintained, and fit for operational deployment.
Maintain an up-to-date vehicle register and documentation.
Monitor vehicle allocation, utilisation, mileage, fuel consumption, and movement.
Coordinate vehicle deployment based on operational requirements.
Ensure all vehicles have valid licences, insurance, roadworthiness certificates, and other required documentation.
Monitor vehicle tracking systems and investigate unusual vehicle movements or incidents.

Vehicle Maintenance:

Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for all company vehicles.
Coordinate routine servicing, repairs, inspections, tyre replacement, oil changes, and other maintenance activities.
Liaise with approved mechanics, workshops, vendors, and service providers.
Ensure vehicles requiring repairs are promptly removed from operational deployment where necessary.
Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance, repairs, costs, and downtime.
Monitor maintenance expenses and identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary costs.

Driver Management:

Supervise and coordinate company drivers and ensure effective deployment.
Prepare driver schedules and assign drivers to operational duties.
Monitor driver attendance, punctuality, conduct, and performance.
Ensure drivers comply with company policies, traffic regulations, and safety procedures.
Verify that drivers possess valid and appropriate driving licences.
Conduct or coordinate driver briefings and safety awareness sessions.
Monitor driver behaviour, vehicle handling, fuel usage, and compliance with assigned routes.
Address driver-related issues and escalate disciplinary matters when necessary.

Escort & Operational Logistics:

Coordinate the deployment of escort vehicles and drivers for client movements and other assignments.
Ensure adequate vehicles and drivers are available for scheduled operations.
Coordinate logistics for VIP movements, special assignments, patrols, and other operational requirements.
Work closely with the Operations/Security team to understand deployment requirements.
Ensure vehicles and personnel are deployed on time and according to operational instructions.
Maintain proper records of all vehicle and driver deployments.

Rapid Response:

Fuel & Vehicle Resource Management:

Monitor fuel allocation and consumption across the fleet.
Maintain accurate fuel records and investigate unusual consumption.
Coordinate fuel purchases and ensure proper documentation.
Monitor vehicle-related expenses and submit periodic reports to management.
Implement controls to minimise fuel wastage, vehicle misuse, and unnecessary expenses.

General Administration:

Maintain accurate logistics records, vehicle files, driver records, and maintenance documentation.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly logistics reports.
Track vehicle incidents, breakdowns, accidents, repairs, and maintenance activities.
Maintain records of vehicle movements and assignments.
Prepare logistics-related requests, reports, memos, and correspondence.
Assist management with logistics planning and budgeting.
Liaise with clients, vendors, mechanics, drivers, security personnel, and other stakeholders.

Compliance & Safety:

Ensure all vehicles and drivers comply with applicable regulatory and company requirements.
Promote safe driving practices and responsible vehicle use.
Investigate vehicle accidents, breakdowns, misuse, and other incidents.
Ensure appropriate incident reports are prepared and submitted.
Implement measures to reduce vehicle-related risks and operational disruptions.

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or HND in Logistics, Transport Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
2–5 years of relevant experience in logistics, fleet management, transportation, or operations.
Proven experience managing drivers, operational vehicles, escort vehicles, and vehicle maintenance.
Experience coordinating rapid response or field-based logistics will be an advantage.
Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance and fleet administration.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to operational needs.
Strong communication and people-management skills.
Ability to work flexible hours when operational requirements demand.
Previous experience in a security company will be an added advantage.
Experience in a security company, private security, escort services, patrol operations, or a similar field-based operational environment will be an added advantage.

Salary

N200,000 - N400,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date

15th October, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: prowessoutsourcing@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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