Job Description

• Schedule transportation routes per geopolitical zones with particular movement plans.
• Ensure regular vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Responsible for the decision on purchase of company vehicles.
• Responsible for hiring and training of drivers, monitoring driver’s performance and effect sanctions when necessary. 
• Maintain and manage relationships with mechanic hubs across Nigeria (divided by the 6 geopolitical zones).
• Collaborate with human resources and business managers to add quality drivers to the fleet.
• Develop a strategy for decreasing vehicle maintenance costs; work closely with the maintenance team to find ways to reduce downtime due to repairs or routine maintenance.
• Assist drivers in creating the most efficient routes.
• Create reports of trucks and drivers’ effectiveness to be regularly analysed for the department’s efficiency. 
• Meeting regularly with drivers and maintenance team members to discuss ways to meet or exceed corporate revenue goals
• Ensures fleet compliance to all road and vehicle regulations and laws; Nigeria Highway Code, road signs, and necessary documentation.

Requirements

• HND/BSC in relevant field
• A minimum of 6 years proven work experience in a similar role
• Sound knowledge of Fleet Management Operations
• Solid understanding of management frameworks
• Strong strategic thinker
• Proven record of research projects conducted
• Ability to contribute both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent listening, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skill
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint