FLEET OFFICER AT AQUILA PARTNERS | LOGISTICS JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Aquila introduced the finance lease product at the origination of the company in 2005 and has since then developed tailor-made solutions for its diverse customer segments. The product is offered to retail clients (both individually and via associations and cooperatives schemes), small and medium- sized enterprises and small corporate.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organized and commercially aware Fleet Officer to serve as the operational anchor for our logistics and transportation assets in Lagos. In a high-velocity supply chain environment, the fleet is the pulse of the business. This role is designed for an "Asset Strategist", a professional who can blend meticulous technical oversight of truck and trailer specifications with the administrative rigor required to manage multi-million naira leasing contracts.

Your mission is to ensure "Optimal Asset Readiness and Cost Efficiency." You will be responsible for the entire vehicle lifecycle: from determining specialized equipment specifications and expediting supplier shipments to managing fuel cards, titling, and disposal. If you possess "Analytical Grit" and the professional diplomacy to act as a liaison between field locations, leasing companies, and corporate departments, we want you to drive our operational excellence.

Requirements:

1. Asset Acquisition & Supplier Governance

• Technical Specification: Build and maintain a standardized fleet by collaborating with field teams and suppliers to determine precise truck and trailer configurations.

• Order Orchestration: Monitor asset orders through to completion, working directly with vendors to expedite shipments and ensure "on-time" delivery for fleet expansion.

• Procurement Intelligence: Research and update specifications and quotes, identifying cost-saving opportunities through asset leasing research to secure competitive package pricing.

2. Fleet Administration & Financial Integrity

• Data Stewardship: Manage internal systems to ensure data integrity across all rentals, vendor performance standards, and driver/location changes.

• Invoice Validation: Meticulously validate units billed on leasing invoices, investigating discrepancies with branches and clients to ensure resolution before payment.

• Compliance & Documentation: Administer vehicle titling, licensing, and registrations, ensuring every unit in the fleet is legally compliant and road-ready.

3. Regional Liaison & Field Support

• Strategic Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between corporate and field locations, resolving conflicts between suppliers and regional teams regarding acquisitions or services.

• Resource Management: Support regional hubs with critical tools, including the requisition tool, fuel card administration, tracking documentation, and expense allocations.

• Disposal & Decommissioning: Coordinate the smooth disposal of aging assets, ensuring that vehicle removals are documented and accounted for in Fixed Asset files.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Relevant degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or an Engineering-related field.

• Experience: Proven experience in fleet operations, asset management, or logistics administration, preferably within a large-scale transport or leasing environment.

• Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Excel and fleet management software for tracking, data analysis, and expense allocation.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Grit: Strong ability to validate complex invoices and identify cost-saving trends in leasing and fuel data.

• Communication Mastery: Excellent interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts between field operators and external vendors.

• Organization: High attention to detail regarding titling, registrations, and policy adherence.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: humancapital@aquilagroupng.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.