Logistics & Fleet Supervisor at Cam Dairy Foods Limited

Cam Dairy Foods Limited is a pastoralist-driven Nigerian dairy company. We’re building a new economy that’s centred around real dairy; one that reintroduces fresh milk to Nigerian households, nourishes our growing population and eradicates poverty for our pastoralist suppliers and their communities. We’re establishing the supplier base and building the infrastructure to solve Nigeria's raw milk supply problem while making dairy products to address widespread nutritional gaps. Our goal at scale is to create a massive income boost for 500,000 pastoralists and 10,000 youth entrepreneurs living in extreme poverty and to nourish millions of customers with essential nutrients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics & Fleet Supervisor

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Head of Logistics, Distribution and Maintenance (LDM)
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Description

• In this role, you will report to the Head of Logistics, Distribution and Maintenance (LDM) and work closely with him to ensure the smooth operations of Câm’s fleet. You will be responsible for managing daily fleet operations and maintaining Cam’s fleet to ensure the smooth and efficient movement of people and goods across all departments.
• Understanding Câm’s supply chain is important as it allows you to coordinate effectively between our Field, Factory, and Sales & Marketing teams, while providing you with the grounding to support the Head of Logistics, Distribution and Maintenance and channel critical information to him for decision making in a timely manner. You will also assist the Head of Logistics, Distribution and Maintenance in completing procurement tasks to ensure that purchases are both cost-efficient and of high quality.

Responsibilities

• Use technology tools, software and data to manage and oversee quality, fuel levels, vehicle journeys, and transport and maintenance costs.
• Maintain accurate records
• Ensure all daily/weekly/monthly reporting and tasks are completed and accurate
• Supervise, manage and support drivers in the execution of their designated tasks
• Train and coach drivers to ensure optimal and safe operations of all vehicles
• Implement standard operating procedures for all fleet operations.
• Participate in driver recruitment.
• Ensure all daily/weekly/monthly reporting and tasks are completed and accurate
• Manage daily fleet operations and ensure all systems, equipment and relevant infrastructure run optimally.
• Ensure routine maintenance activities and process audits are carried out across Câm’s fleet to prevent failures and near zero downtime.
• Respond rapidly and efficiently to and resolve vehicle breakdowns and incidents
• Where repairs are required, diagnose vehicle failures and ensure the restoration of faulty or damaged vehicles to optimal condition in a cost efficient manner.
• Support the Head of LDM in increasing operational efficiency by analysing data and information and proffering solutions.
• Understand the needs of all departments, including Field Operations, Factory Operations and Sales & Marketing, and support them in achieving their goals.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations at federal and state levels, including the completion of statutory registrations and acquisition of permits.
• Implement and monitor health and safety procedures and road safety protocols.
• Supervise other technical staff engaged from time to time
• Procure, test, and commission specialist components, fixtures or fittings
• Identify and manage suppliers and vendors, and implement competitive selection processes to optimise cost and performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years experience in related field
• Familiarity with all aspects of logistics and fleet operations
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent analytic, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing dispersed teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and collaborative tools such as GSuite and Slack
• Languages: Fluency in English and Hausa (other languages a plus)
• Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations

Skills & Attributes:

• You are a multifunctional, results-driven person, a collaborator and culture builder - able to identify, take advantage of, and build on the right opportunities.
• You have excellent analytical skills and use data-driven decision-making to ensure successful performance.
• You drive new initiatives, embrace and push for change, and are not afraid to try something new.
• You are a facilitator, you listen intently, resolve conflicts effectively, integrate feedback and create an environment where everyone feels comfortable to speak up and develop ideas together.
• You learn quickly, can operate with high autonomy, and are willing to make a deep and focused commitment to growing the business.
• You are a strategic problem solver who is also comfortable at identifying quick tactical wins when needed
• You are Ready to Get Stuff Done (GSD): if something’s not happening fast enough, your gut instinct should be to pick up the phone, pound on doors, take a road trip or jump on flights, and relentlessly pursue your goal until it’s done.

Application Closing Date
31st February, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online