Akande Nurudeen

Strategic and results-driven Fleet Manager with a B.Sc. in Geophysics and extensive experience managing large-scale fleet operations in the FMCG sector. Demonstrated success in overseeing high-volume logistics, coordinating time-critical deliveries, and ensuring seamless vehicle deployment across multiple regions. Skilled in route optimization, driver supervision, and fuel efficiency management, with a strong focus on meeting tight delivery windows and supporting rapid inventory turnover.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced, consumer-focused environments while maintaining strict adherence to road safety, compliance, and maintenance protocols. Adept at leveraging fleet tracking systems and real-time data analytics to monitor performance, reduce operational costs, and enhance delivery reliability. Known for proactive planning, hands-on leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement across all transport operations.

Fleet Manager - Alerzo Limited

(2022-01)

• Managed the daily operations of 70+ vehicles across regional FMCG distribution hubs, ensuring efficient dispatch, route planning, and real-time tracking.
• Supervised a team of 45+ drivers, conducted daily briefings, enforced road safety compliance, and implemented performance KPIs—cutting incident reports by 30%.
• Scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance, coordinating with workshops to reduce vehicle breakdowns by 40% and extend asset life cycles.
• Monitored fuel consumption across the fleet, introducing a tracking and accountability system that reduced fuel misuse and saved ₦3 million annually.
• Developed a centralized fleet database, capturing vehicle documents, insurance renewals, servicing history, and driver logs—ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory deadlines.

Fleet Manager - Lafarge Limited

(2019-01 - 2022-12)

Led a cross-functional team of 35+ drivers and logistics staff across multiple distribution hubs, ensuring smooth execution of daily delivery operations for fast-moving consumer goods.

• Deployed GPS tracking systems and telematics tools, resulting in a 30% reduction in vehicle misuse and improved route visibility.
• Monitored delivery KPIs, including on-time delivery rate, vehicle turnaround, and driver productivity—achieving a 95% on-time delivery success rate within six months.
• Produced weekly performance dashboards highlighting fuel consumption, idle time, and delivery accuracy, which enabled data-driven decision-making and improved logistics performance.
• Managed all vehicle insurance policies, licensing renewals, and compliance documentation, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and avoiding fines or delays.
• Streamlined delivery and dispatch workflows, reducing delays by 40% and increasing daily delivery capacity without increasing fleet size.
• Implemented a digital maintenance log, improving service scheduling and cutting emergency repair costs by 25%.
• Established a centralized communication channel for driver coordination, reducing response time to field issues by 60%.

B.Sc. - Geophysics - Federal University of Technology, Akure (2018)