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- Closing date
- The listing does not give one. Employers often close early when they have enough applicants, so apply soon.
- Where
- Rivers, Nigeria
- How to apply
- Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
- Similar roles
- 223 other open Logistics, Supply Chain & Procurement roles on the Nigeria board right now.
Job Description
The Senior Logistics Supervisor manages end-to-end transport operations, supply chain logistics, equipment mobilization, and material distribution across operational bases, project yards, and active constructionsites.
This position is responsible for driving fleet cost efficiency, maximizing haulage asset utilization, enforcing strict journey management controls, and ensuring zero-harm transport operations in full compliance with corporate HSE standards.
Responsibilities / Roles
Plan, schedule, and execute daily dispatch routes for heavy trucks, lowbeds, flatbeds, light vehicles, and specialized transport units.
Coordinate the mobilization and demobilization of heavy machinery, equipment, and bulk project materials between central storage bases and active project sites.
Monitor real-time vehicle telematics and GPS tracking systems to optimize routing, limit turnaround delays, and eliminate unauthorized asset usage.
Align dispatch schedules with site demand forecasts by collaborating closely with procurement, inventory, and site project managers.
Supervise safe loading, offloading, weight distribution, and cargo-securing procedures (lashing, rigging, and padding) at yards and site drop points.
Enforce mandatory Journey Management Plans (JMPs) for all long-distance movements, night-driving restrictions, and route hazard assessments.
Conduct pre-trip driver briefings, daily vehicle safety checklists, and enforce speed governors and driving-hour caps.
Supervise compliance with road traffic safety regulations, dangerous goods haulage requirements, and oversized cargo movement permits.
Track fuel consumption rates per vehicle, identifying anomalies, excessive idling, or fuel loss.
Compile daily movement dashboards, vehicle maintenance requisitions, journey risk analyses, and monthly operational cost reports for executive management.
Qualification
B.Sc. or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Transport Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
CertiProfessional certification in Logistics/Transport (e.g., CILT, CIPS, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
Minimum of 6–8 years of progressive experience in industrial logistics, site transport, or heavy haulage operations within construction, oil & gas, EPC, or heavy manufacturing sectors.
Hands-on experience with GPS tracking software, Fleet Management Systems (FMS), ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics), and advanced Excel data tracking.
High crisis management resilience, firm supervisory command, disciplined safety leadership, and sharp route planning capabilities.
Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@okisokariari.com using the job title as the subject of the email.
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