Fleet Manager – Zambia (Expat Opportunity)

Ad Talent Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading group in Africa's manufacturing and FMCG sectors seeks a strategic and experienced Fleet Manager to lead operations in Zambia. The role requires excellent management skills, financial acumen, and the ability to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring compliance and performance improvement across diverse fleets. An attractive expat package is available, including housing and education support for school-age children.

Benefits

Fully furnished housing

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Education support for school-age children

Qualifications

• 10+ years of fleet or transport management experience (FMCG or manufacturing preferred).
• Proven ability to manage large fleets in complex environments.
• Resilient, adaptable, and hands-on with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large and diverse fleet across Zambia.
• Oversee drivers, workshop staff, and logistics teams.
• Reduce fleet costs through route optimisation and fuel management.

Skills

People management

Cost-saving strategies

Performance improvement

Operational excellence

Education

Degree in Logistics

Supply Chain

Transport

Tools

Fleet management software

Data analytics

Job description

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.

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