FLEET MANAGER

Strengthening Integrated Commodity Distribution Systems in Four Nigerian States (SICDS-4)

36-Month Investment |  Duty Station: Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger State

Four positions across the four project states

Position Snapshot

Position	Fleet Manager
Duty Station	Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger State
Reporting Line	State Lead / Supply Chain Specialist
Duration	36 months

About TBL

Transborder Logistics Limited (TBL) is a Nigerian-owned supply chain and logistics company providing logistics, distribution, procurement, warehousing and related operational services. As TBL continues to expand its portfolio across logistics, transport, distribution, courier and programme implementation services, the company requires operational professionals who can support efficient, accountable and responsive delivery across its assignments.

The Fleet Manager forms part of TBL's broader operational team. The position will initially support the SICDS-4 assignment in the designated state, while providing flexibility to support other relevant TBL programmes, logistics operations, courier services, client assignments and business activities as the portfolio evolves.

Role Purpose

The Fleet Manager will oversee the safe, reliable and cost-effective management of TBL vehicles, drivers and contracted transport resources within the assigned location. The role will ensure fleet capacity is aligned with approved operational requirements, vehicles remain available and roadworthy, drivers and providers meet required standards, and fleet performance, safety, utilization, maintenance and fuel controls are consistently monitored. The role will work closely with logistics and operations teams to ensure fleet readiness supports efficient service delivery while maintaining clear accountability for fleet management.

Key Accountabilities

1. Fleet Planning and Scheduling

Develop and maintain fleet deployment schedules aligned with approved distribution calendars and logistics requirements. Allocate vehicles and drivers appropriately, monitor availability and identify capacity constraints before they affect delivery cycles.

2. Vehicle Availability, Maintenance and Utilization

Maintain oversight of vehicle availability, utilization, preventive maintenance, servicing and repairs. Ensure vehicles are appropriately scheduled for routine maintenance and that downtime is tracked and managed to protect distribution continuity.

3. Driver and Transport Provider Management

Coordinate drivers and contracted transport providers and monitor adherence to agreed operating, safety and service standards. Support driver scheduling, performance management and compliance with project procedures and applicable transport requirements.

4. Fleet Safety and Compliance

Ensure implementation of approved fleet safety procedures, including vehicle checks, driver compliance, incident reporting and appropriate controls for high-risk or hard-to-reach routes. Escalate accidents, security incidents, vehicle losses or material safety concerns promptly.

5. Fuel, Utilization and Fleet Performance

Monitor fuel utilization, mileage, vehicle use and related fleet costs. Maintain accurate fleet records and identify opportunities to improve utilization, reduce avoidable downtime and strengthen cost-efficiency.

6. Third-Party and Flexible Transport Arrangements

Support management of approved 3PL or flexible transport arrangements for hard-to-reach, high-risk or otherwise constrained locations. Ensure contracted transport resources meet agreed safety, availability and performance requirements.

7. Coordination with Logistics Operations

Work closely with the Logistics Support Officer to translate approved delivery requirements into practical vehicle and driver deployment. Ensure fleet readiness is aligned with route plans and distribution schedules, while maintaining clear accountability for fleet management.

8. Reporting, Risk and Continuous Improvement

Maintain accurate fleet records and prepare routine reports covering vehicle availability, utilization, maintenance, fuel, incidents and transport performance. Use fleet data to identify operational risks and recommend improvements through state performance reviews.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Transport Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field. A relevant professional qualification or equivalent practical experience will be an added advantage.
• Valid Nigerian Driver’s Licence and demonstrated ability to drive and operate project vehicles safely.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in fleet management, transport operations, logistics or field-based programme operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing vehicles, drivers, transport providers, maintenance schedules and fleet operations.
• Practical knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fleet scheduling, utilization, fuel management and transport safety.
• Experience managing third-party logistics or transport providers is highly desirable.
• Experience working with development, public-health or donor-funded programmes will be an advantage.
• Strong record-keeping, reporting, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Core Competencies

Fleet and transport management • Vehicle scheduling and utilization • Preventive maintenance and downtime management • Driver and provider coordination • Transport safety • Fuel and cost control • Risk management • Operational reporting • Problem solving • Attention to detail • Results orientation

What Success Looks Like                                                                                          

Success will be reflected in high vehicle availability, safe and efficient fleet utilization, timely maintenance, strong driver and provider performance, controlled fleet costs, rapid management of incidents and downtime, and reliable fleet support to every approved distribution cycle.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV and a concise cover letter demonstrating relevant experience in fleet, transport or logistics operations. Candidates should indicate the state for which they are applying.

Recruitment Statement

TBL is committed to a professional, accountable and inclusive working environment. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated competence and suitability for the role and project context.

TRANSBORDER LOGISTICS LIMITED

PROJECT DRIVER

Organizational Job Description / Terms of Reference

SAFE MOBILITY • RELIABLE SERVICE •  PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

FUNCTION	Transport & Operational Support
EMPLOYMENT	Full-time
DUTY STATION	Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger State
REPORTS TO	State Lead

1. Organizational Context

Transborder Logistics Limited (TBL) delivers logistics, supply-chain and programme implementation services and builds a broader operational portfolio. As the organization expands its services, including logistics, courier and related supply-chain activities, TBL requires reliable and professional drivers who can provide safe, efficient and responsive transportation support across different operating environments.

The Project Driver will initially support the Strengthening Integrated Commodity Distribution Systems in Four Nigerian States (SICDS-4) investment, providing safe and dependable transportation for project personnel and authorized movements within the assigned state —Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger. As TBL’s portfolio develops, the role will also support other TBL programmes, logistics and courier operations, client assignments or other approved transport requirements where the driver’s capabilities are relevant.

The role requires safe driving, vehicle care, reliability and professional conduct. The successful candidate must be able to operate responsibly in different environments, maintain accurate vehicle and trip records, respond appropriately to changing operational requirements and provide dependable mobility support to TBL’s teams and operations.

2. Role Purpose

The Project Driver will provide safe, reliable and professional transportation support for project personnel, commodities and other authorised project movements within the assigned state. The role is responsible for operating assigned vehicles in accordance with approved schedules, safety procedures and fleet controls, supporting the movement and delivery of commodities to designated locations, maintaining vehicle readiness, and ensuring timely and well-documented field movements.

The role will work closely with the Fleet Manager and Logistics Support Officer to coordinate vehicle deployment, commodity movements and field activities. The Driver will also support proof-of-delivery documentation, collection of relevant field information and reporting of delivery or operational issues encountered during assigned movements, while maintaining accurate vehicle and trip records and complying with TBL’s approved procedures.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. Safe Transportation of Personnel and Commodities

• Safely transport project personnel, commodities and other authorised consignments to designated locations in accordance with approved schedules and routes.
• Support timely movement of commodities from warehouses or designated distribution points to assigned facilities and other approved destinations.
• Ensure commodities and other consignments are handled securely and appropriately during transit.
• Observe all applicable road-traffic, safety, security and transport requirements.

B. Vehicle Operation and Daily Readiness

• Operate assigned vehicles responsibly and conduct routine pre-trip and post-trip checks.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, basic readiness and proper care.
• Promptly report mechanical faults, warning indicators or other issues affecting safe operation.
• Ensure required vehicle documentation is available and up to date.

C. Field Movement and Schedule Support

• Support approved commodity distribution cycles, field visits, facility engagements, supervision activities, meetings and other authorised movements.
• Follow approved routes and schedules and communicate delays, access constraints or changes in road conditions promptly.
• Coordinate with the Logistics Support Officer on delivery locations, movement schedules and commodity distribution requirements.
• Support loading, offloading and handover of commodities where required and within approved procedures.

D. Vehicle Records and Fuel Accountability

• Obtain, complete and submit proof-of-delivery documentation and other required delivery records for assigned commodity movements.
• Support collection of relevant field information during delivery and other authorised field movements.
• Report delivery discrepancies, incomplete deliveries, damages, losses or other exceptions promptly to the appropriate TBL officer.
• Maintain accurate trip, mileage, fuel and movement records.

E. Safety, Security and Incident Reporting

• Comply with TBL’s vehicle, safety and security procedures, including requirements for safe driving, passenger safety and appropriate rest periods.
• Immediately report accidents, security incidents, vehicle damage, commodity-related incidents or other material concerns.
• Exercise sound judgement when operating in changing or potentially unsafe conditions.

F. Vehicle Care and Maintenance Support

• Support scheduled service and preventive maintenance by making the vehicle available when required.
• Report maintenance needs promptly and support basic vehicle checks.
• Do not undertake unauthorized repairs, modifications or use of the vehicle.

G. Coordination with Fleet and Logistics Functions

• Work under the direction of the Fleet Manager and coordinate with the Logistics Support Officer where vehicle deployment is required for approved activities.
• Follow authorized vehicle assignments, routes and schedules and obtain approval before making material changes.
• Provide timely information that helps fleet and logistics teams manage operational movements effectively.

H. Wider TBL Transport Support

• Provide transport support for other TBL programmes, logistics or courier operations, client assignments and approved business activities where required.
• Support mobilization for new assignments by applying sound route awareness, vehicle-use discipline and professional service standards.
• Contribute practical observations on routes, access, travel conditions and transport-related operational improvements.

4. Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Minimum of secondary school education (SSCE/WAEC/NECO or equivalent); higher educational qualifications are an added advantage.
• Valid Nigerian Driver’s License appropriate for the assigned vehicle category.
• Minimum of three years of professional driving experience, preferably with a structured organization, development programme, corporate organization or similar setting.
• Demonstrated experience driving safely in urban, rural and inter-state environments, with good knowledge of road-safety requirements.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle checks, routine vehicle care and reporting of mechanical faults.
• Demonstrated punctuality, reliability, discretion, professional conduct and ability to maintain basic vehicle, trip and fuel records.

Desirable

• Previous experience supporting field teams, development programmes, public health projects, logistics or similar operations.
• Good knowledge of the roads and operating environment in the state for which the candidate is applying.

5. Core Competencies

Safe and defensive driving • Vehicle care and basic checks • Route awareness • Time management and reliability • Professional conduct • Communication and teamwork • Safety and security awareness • Record keeping • Discretion and confidentiality • Calm and responsible decision-making • Service orientation

6. Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV and a concise application/cover letter demonstrating relevant professional driving experience and suitability for the role. Candidates must clearly indicate the state for which they are applying: Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger State.

7. Recruitment Statement

TBL is committed to a professional, accountable and inclusive working environment. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated competence, safe-driving record and suitability for the role and assigned operating environment.

TRANSBORDER LOGISTICS LIMITED

LOGISTICS SUPPORT OFFICER

Organizational Job Description / Terms of Reference

Supply-Chain Excellence •  Operational Delivery

FUNCTION	Logistics, Supply Chain & Operations
EMPLOYMENT	Full-time
DUTY STATION	Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger State
REPORTS TO	State Lead / Supply Chain Specialist

1. Organizational Context

Transborder Logistics Limited (TBL) delivers logistics, supply-chain and programme implementation services and is building a broader operational portfolio. As the organisation expands its services, including logistics, courier and related supply-chain activities, TBL requires capable logistics professionals who can coordinate reliable delivery, support operational efficiency and apply their expertise across different assignments.

The role supports TBL’s wider operations, the initial primary assignment is the Strengthening Integrated Commodity Distribution Systems in Four Nigerian States (SICDS-4) investment, where the post holder will coordinate logistics and distribution operations within one of four participating states — Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger. The role will also support other TBL programmes, logistics operations, courier services, supply-chain engagements, client assignments or new service lines where the post holder’s capabilities are relevant.

The role combines strong logistics practice with practical operational coordination. The successful candidate must be able to plan and coordinate movements, work effectively with warehouses, facilities, providers and clients, maintain accurate delivery records, resolve operational issues and support reliable service delivery across TBL’s growing portfolio.

2. Role Purpose

The Logistics Support Officer coordinates day-to-day logistics and distribution execution, translating approved operating plans into timely, complete and well-documented movements of goods, commodities or other assigned consignments. The role manages the distribution workflow from readiness and dispatch through delivery confirmation, exception resolution and operational reporting.

The role works closely with the Fleet Manager, who owns vehicle, driver and fleet performance. The Logistics Support Officer owns the logistics workflow, delivery coordination and execution requirements, maintaining a clear separation between distribution management and fleet management.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. Logistics Planning and Operational Coordination

• Support detailed delivery, distribution, collection and service schedules based on approved workplans, routes, customer/service requirements and operating models.
• Coordinate readiness with warehouses, facilities, clients, programme teams, service providers and other relevant operational points before each cycle or assignment.
• Track execution against agreed schedules, identify constraints early and escalate delays, gaps or operational risks promptly.
• Support route and delivery planning with practical information on destinations, volumes, access constraints, timing and service requirements.

B. Dispatch, Movement and Delivery Execution

• Coordinate loading, dispatching and movement of commodities, goods, documents or other assigned consignments from designated origin points to approved destinations.
• Verify dispatch documentation, quantities, destinations and handover requirements before movement.
• Maintain appropriate handling, security, quality and documentation standards throughout the logistics workflow.
• Coordinate delivery completion and ensure required delivery evidence is obtained, validated and filed.

C. Proof of Delivery and Exception Management

• Collect, validate and maintain proof of delivery and other completion records.
• Track incomplete, disputed, delayed or failed deliveries and coordinate timely follow-up and closure.
• Document discrepancies, losses, damages, missed destinations and other exceptions, escalating material issues through the appropriate reporting line.
• Maintain an exception tracker and provide accurate status information for operational review and decision-making.

D. Replenishment, Redistribution and Operational Support

• Support redistribution, reverse logistics, emergency replenishment and other approved recovery or balancing activities.
• Provide practical information on stocks, consignments, delivery constraints, route feasibility and service requirements to inform operational decisions.
• Support mobilization and coordination for new or changing assignments, including logistics requirements for emerging TBL services and client engagements.

E. Logistics Information, Records and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely records of dispatches, deliveries, POD, exceptions, returns and related logistics activities.
• Update approved logistics, inventory or supply-chain information systems and trackers as required.
• Prepare routine operational reports covering delivery completion, POD status, exceptions, turnaround times and other agreed indicators.
• Maintain orderly documentation that supports reconciliation, invoicing, audit, client reporting and performance review.

F. Provider, Client and Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate routine logistics activities with government institutions, warehouses, facilities, clients, programme teams and logistics service providers, as applicable to the assignment.
• Support monitoring of service-provider performance against agreed service standards, SLAs or operating requirements.
• Maintain professional communication with operational stakeholders and escalate recurring or material performance issues to the appropriate TBL manager.

G. Coordination with Fleet Management

• Provide the Fleet Manager with delivery schedules, route requirements, vehicle needs and timing information required for effective fleet deployment.
• Coordinate changes to delivery plans with fleet scheduling while preserving clear accountability between logistics execution and fleet management.
• Promptly communicate incidents, delays, vehicle-related constraints or other issues that may affect service delivery.

H. Quality, Risk, Safety and Compliance

• Follow TBL SOPs, client requirements, approved operating procedures and applicable quality and safety standards.
• Identify and report operational risks affecting the security, integrity, timeliness or quality of consignments and services.
• Support incident documentation, corrective actions and close-out of identified operational gaps.
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional conduct when handling client, programme, commercial or operational information.

I. Business Growth and Organizational Support

• Support TBL’s growth by contributing practical logistics and operational input to proposals, service designs, mobilization plans, costing inputs and new assignments when requested.
• Support the establishment or improvement of operating processes for new logistics, courier, distribution or supply-chain services.
• Share operational lessons, route intelligence, service-provider experience and process improvement opportunities that can strengthen TBL’s wider operations.
• Undertake other responsibilities appropriate to the role’s level, capabilities and agreed organizational priorities as TBL’s portfolio evolves.

4. Initial Priority Assignment — SICDS-4

Under the initial SICDS-4 assignment, the Logistics Support Officer will coordinate state-level distribution execution for Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger State, working under the State Lead / Supply Chain Specialist.

• Support distribution planning and delivery calendars in line with the agreed state operating model.
• Coordinate with state warehouses, LMCUs, programme managers, facilities and service providers to confirm delivery readiness.
• Coordinate commodity dispatch, delivery documentation, POD and exception follow-up.
• Support redistribution and replenishment activities and provide operational information for state performance reviews.
• Maintain logistics records and contribute to reporting on delivery completion, POD, exception closure and related performance indicators.
• In Katsina and Niger, support the more intensive stabilization, master-data validation, field accompaniment and replenishment activities required by the differentiated implementation approach.
• In Lagos and Nasarawa, support optimization and integration of established distribution and logistics systems.

5. Key Performance Outcomes

OUTCOME	WHAT GOOD PERFORMANCE LOOKS LIKE
Reliable execution	Delivery and logistics activities are completed against approved schedules with issues identified early and managed promptly.
Complete documentation	Dispatch records, POD and exception records are accurate, timely and readily retrievable.
Effective exception closure	Delivery discrepancies, missed destinations and operational issues are tracked through to appropriate resolution.
Strong coordination	Warehouses, facilities, clients, providers and fleet resources receive timely and accurate operational information.
Operational visibility	Managers have dependable information on delivery status, constraints, turnaround and outstanding actions.
Service readiness	The officer can support both established assignments and new TBL logistics/courier or supply-chain operations with minimal mobilisation time.

6. Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• University degree or HND in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Transport Management, Public Health or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in logistics operations, distribution, supply-chain coordination, transport/logistics services or related field operations.
• Demonstrated experience in distribution planning, dispatch coordination, route planning, delivery follow-up and operational record management.
• Practical experience coordinating multiple operational stakeholders and service providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to work with logistics, inventory or supply-chain information systems.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline and ability to work under time-sensitive operational conditions.

Desirable

• Experience working with government health systems, warehouses, health facilities or third-party logistics providers.
• Experience in donor-funded health programmes or public-sector supply chains.
• Experience in commercial logistics, courier, last-mile delivery, transport coordination or client service operations.
• Professional certification in logistics, supply chain, transport or a related field.

7. Core Competencies

Distribution and logistics coordination • Last-mile execution • Dispatch and delivery management • POD and exception management • Route and service planning • Supply-chain records and data • Warehouse coordination • Provider and stakeholder management • Operational problem-solving • Risk and safety awareness • Client service • Attention to detail • Accountability • Adaptability • Teamwork • Continuous improvement

8. Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV and a concise cover letter demonstrating relevant logistics, distribution, supply-chain, transport, courier or field-operations experience. Candidates must clearly indicate the state for which they are applying: Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger.

9. Recruitment Statement

TBL is committed to a professional, accountable and inclusive working environment. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated competence, operational judgement and suitability for the role and TBL’s evolving portfolio.

TRANSBORDER LOGISTICS LIMITED

PROJECT LEAD

Organisational Job Description / Terms of Reference

Programme Leadership  •  Operational Excellence  •  Business Growth

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FUNCTION	Programme & Operations
EMPLOYMENT	Full-time
DUTY STATION	Abuja, FCT
REPORTS TO	Director of Operations

THE ROLE AT A GLANCE

A senior delivery role within TBL, responsible for turning strategy into coordinated execution, building strong teams and partnerships, protecting operational and financial performance, and helping the organisation scale into new programmes and services.

1. Organizational Context

Transborder Logistics Limited (TBL) operates across logistics, supply-chain execution and programme delivery. As TBL grows its portfolio, including expansion into logistics services, courier operations and related business activities, the organisation requires leaders who can manage complex assignments while remaining responsive to wider business priorities.

The Project Lead is recruited as part of TBL’s leadership and delivery capacity, not for a single project alone. The initial primary assignment is the Strengthening Integrated Commodity Distribution Systems in Four Nigerian States (SICDS-4) investment, alongside strategic support to ongoing integrated last-mile distribution activities in Kano and Kaduna States.

As TBL’s portfolio develops, the role will support other programmes, logistics or courier operations, supply-chain engagements, client assignments, business initiatives or organisational priorities that are aligned with the level and purpose of the position. The role therefore combines delivery leadership with organisational agility.

2. Role Purpose

The Project Lead provides senior leadership for assigned TBL programmes, projects and operational initiatives. The role translates objectives into practical plans, leads multidisciplinary teams, coordinates clients and partners, manages resources and risks, and ensures strong delivery, accountability and continuous improvement.

For the initial assignment, the Project Lead will provide overall leadership for SICDS-4 across Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina and Niger States and strategic oversight of related integrated last-mile distribution activities in Kano and Kaduna. The role will connect programme delivery, logistics operations, supply-chain performance, stakeholder engagement, financial stewardship and institutional strengthening.

The position is intentionally portfolio-oriented. Additional assignments may be undertaken as TBL’s needs and business portfolio evolve, without changing the fundamental purpose or seniority of the role.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. Programme, Project and Operational Leadership

• Lead assigned programmes, projects and operational initiatives from planning and mobilisation through implementation, review and close-out, with clear priorities, milestones and decision points.
• Translate approved strategies, contracts and business objectives into practical workplans, delivery structures and measurable performance expectations.
• Maintain a clear line of sight between commitments, resources, risks, operational realities and intended results; intervene early where delivery is off track.
• Provide hands-on leadership during mobilisation, transition, scale-up or operational change, ensuring teams and systems are ready before commitments are made.

B. Initial Portfolio Assignment — SICDS-4 and Integrated Last-Mile Operations

• Lead SICDS-4 delivery across Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina and Niger States, with strategic support to ongoing integrated last-mile distribution activities in Kano and Kaduna.
• Provide oversight of integrated commodity distribution, replenishment, supply visibility, performance management, institutional strengthening and transition, with family planning commodities as the initial operational stream.
• Ensuring differentiated implementation reflects state readiness, geography, operating conditions, existing systems and financing realities.
• Use operational, financial and performance evidence to identify bottlenecks, strengthen value for money and drive timely corrective action.
• Maintain oversight of workplans, results, risks, contractual commitments and stakeholder relationships, working with TBL’s technical, finance, operations, MERL and logistics functions.

C. Business Development, Growth and New Assignments

• Contribute to TBL’s growth by supporting opportunities, proposals, business cases and practical delivery models for new clients, programmes and services.
• Support expansion into courier services, logistics services, supply-chain solutions and related business areas through operational design, mobilisation planning, staffing, costing inputs, partner coordination and implementation readiness.
• Participate in client discussions, bids, presentations, negotiations and start-up activities where programme or operational leadership is required.
• Translate lessons from existing assignments into stronger operating models, service offerings, tools and approaches that can be applied across TBL’s portfolio.

D. Client, Government, Partner and Stakeholder Management

• Build trusted working relationships with clients, government institutions, development partners, service providers and other stakeholders relevant to assigned work.
• Represent TBL professionally in coordination meetings, reviews, negotiations and operational discussions, protecting organisational interests while maintaining constructive relationships.
• Coordinate consortium and partner contributions, clarify responsibilities and ensure timely escalation and resolution of material issues.
• Maintain professional communication and follow-through on commitments, decisions and agreed actions.

E. Operational, Logistics and Supply-Chain Oversight

• Ensure operational models are practical, efficient, scalable and aligned with approved standards, service levels and contractual commitments.
• Oversee coordination across logistics, fleet, warehousing, distribution, procurement and other operational interfaces where relevant to assigned work.
• Promote reliable service delivery, effective exception management, safety, documentation, asset stewardship and operational controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost-efficiency, service quality, utilisation and scalability across TBL operations.

F. Financial, Contract, Risk and Compliance Management

• Maintain oversight of assigned budgets, expenditure, forecasts, contracts, procurement interfaces and resource utilisation in collaboration with Finance and Operations.
• Ensure delivery remains within approved scope and contractual requirements, with appropriate documentation and internal controls.
• Maintain active risk management and escalation, including operational, financial, contractual, safety and reputational risks as applicable.
• Support accurate costing, pricing and resource planning for new and existing assignments.

G. People Leadership and Organisational Capability

• Lead, supervise, coach and develop multidisciplinary teams, creating clarity of purpose, accountability and high standards of execution.
• Set performance expectations, address underperformance appropriately and build a culture of ownership, collaboration and continuous learning.
• Strengthen management capability and practical succession and continuity arrangements for critical functions.
• Promote TBL values, professional conduct, teamwork and responsible stewardship of organisational resources.

H. Performance, Reporting, Learning and Continuous Improvement

• Establish and maintain appropriate performance measures for assigned work and use evidence to guide management decisions.
• Oversee timely, accurate and decision-useful operational, technical and management reporting.
• Capture implementation lessons, client feedback and operational intelligence and convert them into improvements in systems, processes and delivery models.
• Share relevant learning across TBL to strengthen consistency, quality and institutional knowledge.

I. Organisational Contribution

• Contribute to strategic planning, operational reviews and cross-functional initiatives that strengthen TBL’s systems, reputation and readiness for growth.
• Provide support to other TBL assignments where the post holder’s programme, operational, leadership or stakeholder-management expertise is relevant.
• Undertake other responsibilities reasonably aligned with the seniority, capabilities and organisational purpose of the position, as part of TBL’s evolving business and operational needs.

4. Key Performance Outcomes

• Assigned programmes and operations are delivered to agreed scope, quality, timeline and performance standards.
• Clients, partners and key stakeholders experience TBL as responsive, credible and delivery focused.
• Budgets, contracts, resources and operational risks are actively managed, with strong control and accountability.
• Teams are well led, productive, supported and increasingly capable of delivering with less supervisory dependency.
• TBL can mobilize and scale new programmes, logistics, courier and related service opportunities with appropriate operational readiness.
• Lessons, data and operational intelligence are consistently converted into better decisions, stronger systems and improved service delivery.

5. Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Master’s degree or relevant postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Public Health, Development Studies or another relevant discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in programme, project, operations, logistics, supply-chain or related management roles, with significant leadership responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex assignments involving multiple stakeholders, teams, locations, budgets and delivery requirements.
• Strong experience in operational planning, performance management, financial oversight, risk management and contract or client management.
• Experience working effectively with government institutions, development partners, corporate clients or other senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation and decision-making capability, with the ability to move between strategy and practical execution.

Desirable

• Experience in donor-funded programmes, public-sector delivery, health supply chains or last-mile distribution.
• Experience in commercial logistics, courier, transport or supply-chain services and/or business expansion.
• Experience supporting bids, proposals, business development, service design or organisational scale-up.
• Professional certification in project/programme management, supply chain, logistics, business or a related field.

6. Leadership & Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
• Programme, project and portfolio management
• Commercial and operational awareness
• Stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing
• Financial, contract and risk management
• Supply-chain and logistics understanding
• Performance management and data-informed decision-making
• Team leadership, coaching and accountability
• Communication, representation and relationship building
• Adaptability, initiative and continuous improvement

7. Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV and a concise cover letter demonstrating their suitability for the role. The recruitment announcement will provide the application channel and closing date.

8. Recruitment Statement

TBL is committed to a professional, accountable and inclusive working environment. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated competence, leadership potential and suitability for the role.

TRANSBORDER LOGISTICS LIMITED

STATE LEAD / SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST

Organizational Job Description / Terms of Reference

State Leadership  •  Supply-Chain Excellence  •  Operational Delivery

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FUNCTION	Programme, Supply Chain & Operations
EMPLOYMENT	Full-time
DUTY STATION	Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger State
REPORTS TO	Project Lead

THE ROLE AT A GLANCE

A state-based leadership role combining supply-chain expertise, operational coordination, stakeholder management and team leadership. The post holder will lead the initial SICDS-4 assignment while contributing to TBL’s wider programme, logistics and supply-chain operations where required.

1. Organizational Context

Transborder Logistics Limited (TBL) delivers logistics, supply-chain and programme implementation services and is building a broader operational portfolio. As the Organization expands its services, including logistics, courier and related supply-chain activities, TBL requires capable state-level leaders who can manage delivery in complex operating environments and apply their expertise across different assignments.

The role supports TBL’s wider operations; the initial primary assignment is the Strengthening Integrated Commodity Distribution Systems in Four Nigerian States (SICDS-4) investment, where the post holder will provide technical and operational leadership in one of four participating states—Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger. The role will also support other TBL programmes, logistics operations, supply-chain engagements, client assignments or new service lines where the post holder’s capabilities are relevant.

The role combines strong technical practice with practical leadership. The successful candidate must be able to work through existing systems, build productive relationships with government and other stakeholders, manage field teams and providers, solve operational problems and strengthen delivery systems that can perform sustainably.

2. Role Purpose

The State Lead / Supply Chain Specialist provides state-level leadership for assigned TBL programmes and operations, with responsibility for translating approved plans into disciplined execution, coordinating people and partners, managing operational performance and strengthening supply-chain systems.

For the initial SICDS-4 assignment, the role leads implementation across the three integrated workstreams: commodity distribution and replenishment; supply visibility, inventory intelligence and performance management; and institutionalization, workforce capability, financing and transition. Family planning commodities are the initial operational stream, with the wider objective of strengthening reliable and equitable commodity availability.

The post holder is expected to remain responsive to TBL’s wider operational needs. Additional assignments should be aligned with the role’s level, professional capability and Organizational priorities, allowing TBL to deploy experienced state-based leadership where it adds value.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. State / Field Leadership and Delivery

• Lead assigned state or field operations from planning and mobilisation through implementation, review and improvement, ensuring activities are delivered to agreed standards.
• Translate programme, client and operational requirements into practical field plans, schedules, priorities and clear responsibilities.
• Coordinate teams, providers, government counterparts and other partners to maintain smooth execution and resolve operational bottlenecks.
• Maintain close visibility of field realities and escalate material delivery, safety, security, financial or reputational risks promptly.

B. Supply Chain and Logistics Management

• Provide technical leadership for commodity distribution, replenishment, redistribution, inventory coordination and related supply-chain activities within assigned operations.
• Support route planning, delivery calendars, facility and master-data management, dispatch coordination, proof of delivery, exception management and emergency replenishment where applicable.
• Monitor service levels, provider performance, asset and resource utilisation, documentation and adherence to approved procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, responsiveness, efficiency and scalability across TBL’s supply-chain and logistics operations.

C. SICDS-4 Initial Assignment

• Lead implementation of SICDS-4 in the assigned state and ensure the common operating and performance architecture is adapted to local readiness, geography, information systems, provider environment and financing conditions.
• In Lagos and Nasarawa, emphasise optimisation, integration, contractor performance, data quality and institutionalisation; in Katsina and Niger, provide stronger stabilisation, master-data validation, field accompaniment, route and calendar improvement, replenishment and capability-transfer support.
• Strengthen the use of existing LMIS and inventory systems by ensuring stock, consumption, dispatch, POD and facility reporting information are reconciled and used for action.
• Lead routine state performance reviews, maintain action trackers and ensure evidence results in corrective action rather than stand-alone reporting.
• Work with government counterparts to strengthen planning, review leadership, data use, provider oversight, financing and progressive assumption of routine functions.

D. Stakeholder and Client Relationship Management

• Build effective working relationships with government institutions, clients, development partners, service providers, communities and other stakeholders relevant to assigned work.
• Represent TBL professionally in state-level meetings, operational reviews, coordination forums and client engagements.
• Coordinate partner and provider contributions, clarify expectations and follow through on agreed actions.
• Maintain constructive relationships while protecting TBL’s service standards, contractual commitments and operational interests.

E. Team Leadership and People Management

• Supervise, mentor and provide direction to state-based personnel, including logistics, fleet, support and delivery personnel assigned to the operation.
• Coordinate work across technical, logistics and operational functions and ensure clear accountability for results.
• Promote safe working practices, professional conduct, collaboration, learning and high performance.
• Provide timely feedback, support staff development and escalate significant performance or people-management issues through the appropriate TBL channels.

F. Performance, Quality and Continuous Improvement

• Track agreed operational and programme indicators, including delivery timeliness, POD, exception closure, reporting completeness, commodity availability, provider performance and relevant state capability measures.
• Use data, field observation and stakeholder feedback to identify root causes, recommend practical solutions and adapt implementation.
• Ensure operational records and evidence are complete, accurate and readily available for management review, client reporting and assurance processes.
• Capture lessons and good practice and share relevant learning across TBL assignments.

G. Financial, Risk and Compliance Responsibilities

• Support preparation and monitoring of state-level budgets, activity costs, resource requirements and operational forecasts.
• Ensure expenditure and operational decisions remain within approved budgets, procedures and delegated authority.
• Identify and manage operational, safety, security, fiduciary, compliance and delivery risks and escalate matters beyond delegated authority.
• Maintain appropriate documentation, controls and records for activities, assets, providers and transactions within the post holder’s responsibilities.

H. Business Growth and Organizational Support

• Support TBL’s expansion into logistics services, courier operations, supply-chain solutions and other related business activities where state or field leadership is required.
• Contribute operational input to proposals, bids, costing, service design, mobilisation plans and start-up activities.
• Support new assignments by helping establish field structures, staffing requirements, operating procedures, partner arrangements and delivery readiness.
• Apply lessons from project and operational experience to improve TBL’s service models and strengthen its ability to scale.

I. Reporting and Communication

• Prepare timely and accurate state-level technical, operational and management reports and contribute to consolidated TBL reporting.
• Maintain clear communication with the Project Lead or designated manager on progress, risks, decisions and resource requirements.
• Ensure decisions and agreed actions are documented and followed through.
• Provide concise, evidence-based updates that enable management to make timely decisions.

J. Organizational Contribution

• Participate in TBL planning sessions, operational reviews and cross-functional initiatives relevant to the post.
• Provide technical or operational support to other TBL assignments when required and reasonably aligned with the role.
• Undertake other responsibilities appropriate to the seniority and purpose of the position as TBL’s portfolio and operating needs evolve.

4. Key Performance Outcomes

• Reliable and well-coordinated delivery of assigned programme and operational activities.
• Improved supply-chain and logistics performance, including timely delivery, valid POD, effective exception resolution and responsive replenishment where applicable.
• Accurate, reconciled and decision-useful operational data.
• Strong stakeholder, provider and client relationships with timely follow-through on commitments.
• Teams that are accountable, capable, safe and increasingly effective.
• Effective management of resources, risks, documentation and operational controls.
• Practical contributions to TBL’s ability to mobilise and deliver new programmes, logistics, courier and supply-chain assignments.

5. Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Pharmacy, Medicine, Public Health, Health Administration, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in supply-chain management, logistics, programme implementation, operations or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-stakeholder operations and leading teams in field-based or geographically dispersed environments.
• Strong practical knowledge of supply-chain operations, distribution, replenishment, inventory management and/or last-mile logistics.
• Experience working with government institutions, clients, service providers or development partners.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse operational information, identify bottlenecks and translate findings into practical corrective action.

Desirable

• Master’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Public Health or a related field.
• Experience in donor-funded health programmes, public-sector supply chains or last-mile commodity distribution.
• Experience in commercial logistics, courier, transport or supply-chain services.
• Professional certification in supply chain, logistics, project management or a related discipline.

7. Leadership & Core Competencies

• Supply-chain and operational management
• State / field leadership
• Planning, coordination and execution
• Stakeholder and client management
• Data use and performance management
• Provider and service-level management
• Team leadership and coaching
• Risk awareness and problem solving
• Communication, negotiation and influence
• Adaptability and continuous improvement

• Results orientation and accountability

8. Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV and a concise cover letter demonstrating their suitability for the role. Candidates must clearly indicate the state for which they are applying: Lagos, Nasarawa, Katsina or Niger. The recruitment announcement will provide the application channel and closing date.

9. Recruitment Statement

TBL is committed to a professional, accountable and inclusive working environment. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated competence, leadership potential and suitability for the role.