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Warehouse and Facilities Manager

Metro Africa Xpress

Ibadan, NigeriaJobPosted 1mo agoStill listed 4 days ago

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Ibadan, Nigeria
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

MAX is building Africa’s future mobility with a vehicle subscription and financial services platform, focusing on safe, affordable, and sustainable transport. The company combines technology, energy infrastructure, and finance to empower commercial drivers across West Africa, aiming to expand EV fleets and solar‑powered battery swap stations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Warehouse Inventory ManagementFacility ManagementMaterial HandlingVendor ManagementContract NegotiationWarehouse Layout OptimizationMaterial Handling EquipmentForkliftsReach TrucksAutomation SystemsMEP SystemsIndustrial Docking EquipmentProperty MaintenanceVendor SLA ManagementFacility Maintenance Contracts

Qualifications

5–7+ Years Experience in Managing Warehouse Physical Space and Building Facilities/InfrastructureAt Least 3 Years in Managerial CapacityBachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Engineering, Data Analytics or Related FieldMBA or Relevant Certifications

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

About MAX At MAX, we are powering Africa’s forward movement by building the future of mobility across the continent and in emerging markets. Our mission is simple yet transformative: to make mobility safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable for all, through high-performance technology and world-class operators. We are creating the largest vehicle subscription and financial services platform for commercial drivers and transport operators in Africa. By combining technology, energy infrastructure, and financial innovation, MAX enables drivers with little or no banking history to access low- to zero-emission vehicles, insurance, digital wallets, and e-hailing services, all on a subscription basis. Since launching, we’ve grown from just 200 drivers in 2015 to empowering over 55,000 riders (which we call Champions) and spread across 3 West African Countries - Nigeria, Ghana and Cameroon, with a plan to spread across Africa in the near future. Vision, Mission and Values MAX is powering Africa’s Forward Movement and has a goal to make mobility safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable by leveraging technology, financial inclusion, and clean energy solutions. To achieve this, we are driven by core values which are at the heart of all we do. These are:

  • Transparency – We take everyone along for the ride.

  • Integrity – We stand by our word and remain consistent with all stakeholders.

  • Initiative – We champion bold ideas and nurture innovation at every step.

  • Partnership – We keep the welcome mat rolled out; collaboration is at our core.

  • Safety – We prioritize safety so that every ride is safe, reliable, and comfortable.

Our Impact Over the years, we have empowered over 55,000 riders (whom we call champions) with access to income-generating assets (two-wheelers and three-wheelers) through our rent-to-own (pay-as-you-go) model, a first-of-its-kind in Africa. In addition to this, to further enable these riders to start their business immediately, we have created the MAX Advantage, a suite of benefits which include vehicle license and insurance, health insurance, maintenance and emergency services. First, we began with low-emission vehicles. Now, we’ve pivoted fully to EVs, steadily moving toward our goal of deploying over 10,000 across Nigeria and Ghana by 2025, as well as building a first-of-its-kind in Nigeria solar-powered battery swap stations to enable our champions to swap their batteries in less than 3 minutes! By doing this, we are not only empowering our champions, but we are also protecting the earth, and increasing the purchasing power of our riders thanks to zero emissions, zero fuel cost and less maintenance cost of EVs. At MAX, passion meets purpose. We are not just moving people and goods, we are creating livelihoods, reducing emissions, and transforming Africa’s mobility ecosystem. Because for us, every ride isn’t just a journey; every ride empowers us. Our Investors and Strategic Partners MAX is trusted by some of the world’s most respected strategic and financial investors. To date, we have raised over $70M to accelerate the future of sustainable mobility. Our backers include: Lightrock (part of the LGT Group), Global Ventures, Yamaha, Mastercard, Shell Foundation, Novastar Ventures, Goodwell Investments, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Techstars, DLM Capital. In December 2021, MAX achieved the first close of its $31M Series B, laying the foundation to scale vehicle subscriptions, fintech products, and electric vehicles (EVs) across Africa. We are now entering our next growth chapter. By 2024, 31% of our fleet will be electric; by 2026, 69% will be electric. To achieve this bold vision, MAX is raising $100M+ in the next 12 months to permanently transform mobility infrastructure and unlock prosperity across Africa. Role Overview: Warehouse and Facilities Manager The Warehouse and Facilities Manager will oversee the physical throughput, space utilization, and infrastructure across our warehouse sites and office facilities. The Manager will be responsible for physical storage mechanics, material handling efficiency, warehouse workflow optimization, and building/equipment uptime. Key Responsibilities Physical Warehouse Operations & Layout Optimization Optimize floor layouts, racking systems, and storage configurations to maximize cubic utilization, dock throughput, and traffic flow. Oversee inbound dock operations, stage management, outbound dispatch physical readiness, and general material handling workflows.

Manage material handling equipment (MHE)—including forklifts, reach trucks, and automation systems—ensuring proper utilization, maintenance schedules, and operator allocation.

Ensure physical warehouse workflows align with software directives (dock-to-rack transit, picking routes, and dispatch staging).

Facilities Maintenance & Asset Upkeep Direct routine maintenance programs for all building systems (HVAC, dock levellers, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and roofing). Track facility assets, direct equipment overhauls, and manage replacement lifecycles to maintain maximum operational uptime.

Source, negotiate, and oversee third-party facility service contracts (janitorial, security, waste management, pest control, structural repairs).

Coordinate workspace arrangements, internal office moves, lease compliance, and utility usage/energy efficiency projects across all company properties.

Requirements 5–7+ years experience in managing warehouse physical space and building facilities/infrastructure especially in FMCG with at least 3years in managerial capacity Strong working knowledge of MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) systems, industrial docking equipment, and property maintenance. Proven experience in warehouse layout design, racking standards, and material flow optimization. Demonstrated track record of negotiating and managing third-party vendor SLAs and facility maintenance contracts. Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field. MBA or relevant certifications is an advantage.

Want to Join Us? Here’s Why You Should… At MAX, we encourage diversity and are open to meeting just about anyone with the right passion and skill set regardless of looks, gender, sexual orientation, color, tribe, nationality, and disability. The MAX Work Environment: Drive: We are building a team where everyone is a leader and therefore run on internal motivation Empathy: We have a clear understanding of the problem we are trying to solve and its impact on Africans, we are committed to providing a lasting solution. Humility: We are committed to continuous learning and improvement. We learn, unlearn and relearn Initiative: We welcome novel ideas and encourage creativity Diligence: We take great pride in our work. Candor: We value open and honest communication Collaboration: We are a team of passionate, innovative optimists, solving challenging problems and creating an impact. Bias for Technology: We automate everything What You’ll Get: Competitive pay & benefit Health insurance cover Frequent performance chats & reviews High performing & passionate team members + fun work culture!

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