Logistics and Operations Manager

About the Role

Dispatch Healthcare International Logistics Limited is seeking a Logistics and Operations Manager to oversee and lead all logistics activities. You will manage last-mile delivery, long-haul transportation, sample transportation, car hire operations, and general supply chain services. This position offers strategic oversight of logistics processes, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance with safety regulations, and timely, cost-effective delivery of health commodities and services to clients.

Employment Details

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Probation Period: Six months
• Location: Abuja, Nigeria
• Reports to: Director of Supply Chain Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the logistics department in managing all transportation activities, including long-haul deliveries, last-mile transportation, sample transport, and car hire services
• Develop and implement logistics strategies that optimize operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve delivery timelines
• Monitor and manage the flow of goods and services from point of origin to final delivery, ensuring commodities are delivered on time, securely, and in compliance with relevant regulations
• Ensure that logistics services are aligned with client needs and organizational objectives, particularly within the healthcare sector
• Oversee and ensure effective car hire operations, vehicle allocation, and management to optimize resource use
• Supervise and coordinate long-haul, last-mile, and sample transportation activities, ensuring proper vehicle and staff allocation to meet delivery deadlines
• Maintain high standards of service delivery by ensuring commodities are transported correctly and efficiently to health facilities, clients, and stakeholders
• Develop and optimize delivery routes for cost-efficiency, timely deliveries, and the safety of goods and personnel
• Analyze and continuously improve operational processes, recommending adjustments to enhance performance