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.
