Logistics Officer at Vitalvida Limited

Vitalvida is a fast-growing e-commerce company focused on delivering high-quality beauty and health products to customers across Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Officer

Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

The Role

• We are seeking a proactive, street-smart, and detail-oriented Logistics Officer to oversee and manage the movement of stock across our distribution network.

This Role is Not for Everyone:

• If you are coming to work to sleep, gist, or surf social media, DO NOT APPLY.
• If you are already working remotely somewhere else and think you can also work in our office, DO NOT APPLY.
• If you think you are smart and want to use company time to do side hustles or “moonlight,” DO NOT APPLY.

We are looking for serious people who:

• Are ready to give 100% and take their job seriously.
• Are willing to come early, close late, and do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Will help the company grow by doing their best every day.
• If you know you are not ready to work hard and be serious, please, Do not waste your time applying.

Job Summary

• As a Logistics Officer, your primary responsibility is to ensure the smooth delivery of goods to Delivery Agents (DAs) and monitor the process until the stock is received.
• You will also recruit, manage, and maintain a bench of DAs in each state, ready to be onboarded at an instant.
• Ensuring that DAs adhere to company rules, regulations, and systems is critical to the success of this role.

Key Responsibilities
Stock Delivery and Monitoring:

• Coordinate the timely delivery of stock to DAs and ensure they receive the goods without discrepancies.
• Monitor the movement of stock until it is confirmed as received by the DAs.
• Address any delays or issues during the delivery process promptly and effectively.

Recruitment and Management of DAs:

• Recruit, onboard, and train new DAs, ensuring they align with company policies and operational standards.
• Maintain a bench of pre-vetted, ready-to-onboard DAs in each state to ensure swift replacement or expansion as needed.
• Conduct regular meetings with DAs to ensure they are motivated, informed, and aligned with company objectives.
• Monitor DA performance and enforce adherence to established rules, regulations, and systems.

Process Adherence and Compliance:

• Ensure all logistics processes are followed correctly, minimizing errors and discrepancies.
• Implement and enforce company policies and systems for inventory movement and DA operations.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movement, waybills, DA performance, and the status of the DA bench.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Liaise with the inventory team to plan stock replenishment schedules and prevent stockouts.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the company and DAs, ensuring smooth communication.
• Provide feedback and insights to the management team to improve logistics operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or HND in a relevant field.

Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or managing field agents.
• Previous experience in e-commerce or FMCG logistics is an advantage.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to manage relationships with DAs and waybill personnel.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Leadership skills to recruit, manage, and motivate a team of DAs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Expect (Competencies):

• Integrity: Must be honest and reliable in handling company stock and funds.
• Proactivity: Take initiative to address logistical issues and DA-related challenges without being prompted.
• Accountability: Ensure stock movement, inventory records, and DA management are accurate and up-to-date.
• Street Smartness: Navigate effectively through parks, manage waybill personnel, and handle motor boys tactfully.
• Leadership Skills: Confidently manage and motivate DAs to perform at their best while adhering to company policies.
• Resourcefulness: Build and maintain a reliable bench of DAs to ensure instant onboarding when needed.

What We Don’t Want:

• Careless individuals who fail to monitor stock levels or neglect discrepancies.
• Disorganized workers who struggle to keep accurate records of stock movement and DA performance.
• Timid or biased individuals who cannot communicate effectively with DAs, motor boys, or waybill personnel.
• Staff who ignore rules, accept excuses without evidence, or fail to enforce company policies.
• Lazy people who don’t take their work seriously or aren’t willing to go the extra mile.
• People with a negative attitude who refuse to take ownership of their tasks.
• If you fit into any of these, DO NOT APPLY.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (N70,000 - N100,000 monthly) based on experience.
• Accommodation in the company’s staff hostel for the right candidate.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.

Application Closing Date
30th January, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications to: [email protected] using the Job Title and Your Name as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Ensure you meet the qualifications and are ready to commit to a full-time, on-site role.
• Task: To confirm that you’ve read this job ad thoroughly, include the answer to the following question in your email:
  • “What is the importance of maintaining a bench of DAs in this role?"