Job title: Fleet Manager – Zambia (Expat Opportunity)
Employment type: Full Time
Experience: 5 to 10 years
Salary: Negotiable
Job published: 16 May 2025
Job reference no: 321796764

Job Description

Who are we
A leading group operating across Africa in the manufacturing and FMCG sectors. High-volume. Fast-paced. Quality-driven. We’re growing and looking for strong leadership in our logistics and transport operations.

Who are we looking for
An experienced, strategic, and hands-on Fleet Manager to lead large-scale fleet operations in Zambia.

  • Senior-level role

  • Must be commercially savvy and operationally strong

  • Comfortable managing teams across multiple sites

  • Confident working in a demanding, high-output environment

  • Able to bring structure, cost savings, and performance improvements

What will you do

  • Manage a large and diverse fleet across Zambia

  • Oversee drivers, workshop staff, and logistics teams

  • Reduce fleet costs through route optimisation and fuel management

  • Implement preventative maintenance schedules and compliance standards

  • Track fleet performance using digital systems and reporting tools

  • Ensure vehicle safety, licensing, and regulatory compliance

  • Lead contracts and negotiations with suppliers and service providers

  • Report to executive leadership on fleet KPIs and improvements

  • Drive operational excellence across all transport and logistics functions

What do you need

  • 10+ years of fleet or transport management experience (FMCG or manufacturing preferred)

  • Proven ability to manage large fleets in complex environments

  • Strong people management and leadership skills

  • Solid understanding of vehicle maintenance, tracking systems, and logistics

  • Proficiency in fleet management software and data analytics

  • Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport, or similar

  • Resilient, adaptable, and hands-on with a strategic mindset

  • Willing to relocate to Zambia (expat role)

Expat Package Includes:

  • Fully furnished housing

  • Company vehicle

  • Fuel allowance

  • Education support for school-age children

  • One return flight home per year

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