Operations · Full-time
Direct employerTransport Manager M/F
Africa Global Logistics Uganda
KampalaManager · Not statedDeadline not published by employerChecked 19 Oct 2026
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About this role
Role overview
- Lead and manage the Transport function, including Fleet Operations, Drivers, Workshop and Subcontracted Transport.
- Develop and improve transport and logistics services in line with market requirements, operational capacity, profitability and business needs.
- Monitor fleet performance and utilisation, including truck turnaround time, number of trips, on-time deliveries and overall service quality.
- Plan, coordinate and monitor cargo deliveries and collections across local and cross-border operations.
- Manage operational relationships with internal departments, clients and other stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and resolution of operational issues.
- Oversee fleet tracking and journey management, including GPS monitoring, Journey Management Plans and delivery documentation.
- Manage subcontracted transport operations, including transporter selection, rate negotiation, performance monitoring, safety and contractual compliance.
- Ensure subcontracted transport services meet required standards for service delivery, reliability, profitability and cost control.
- Oversee workshop operations, including preventive maintenance planning, spare parts, tyres, oils and lubricants, stock control and procurement.
- Monitor fleet and workshop costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operational expenses.
- Ensure effective use of fleet and workshop management systems, including MAXIMO and other applicable operational tools.
- Work closely with QHSE to ensure compliance with safety requirements and implementation of audit recommendations.
- Manage workshop procurement and vendors, ensuring competitive pricing, quality and favourable commercial terms.
- Support the development and implementation of procedures and controls to improve workshop and transport operations.
- Monitor operational and financial performance and implement corrective actions where required.
- Escalate significant operational, commercial and service-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
- Prepare regular operational and performance reports covering fleet performance, costs, service delivery and improvement actions.
- Lead, coach and develop the Transport team, ensuring alignment with company objectives and operational standards.
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Required Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience managing transport or fleet operations, preferably a fleet of more than 25 trucks.
- Strong knowledge of transport operations within Uganda and the wider East African region.
- Knowledge of URA customs procedures and cross-border transport requirements.
- Experience supervising and managing operational teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Experience using fleet management and tracking systems; knowledge of Telematix or similar systems is an advantage.
- Strong communication, reporting and administrative skills.
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Sound decision-making and problem-solving ability.
- Highly organised with strong planning and follow-up skills.
- Resilient and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative and able to work effectively across different teams.
- Open-minded, adaptable and improvement-focused.
- Ability to motivate and align teams towards common operational goals.
- Strong focus on service delivery, cost control and operational efficiency.
Key Performance Areas
- Fleet utilisation and operational efficiency.
- Achievement of transport revenue and EBITDA targets.
- Effective cost management and control.
- Service delivery and turnaround performance.
- Fleet and workshop performance.
- Safety, compliance and operational standards.