Fleet Manager - Zambia (Expat Opportunity)

Ad Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading group in the manufacturing and FMCG sectors is growing and seeking a strategic Fleet Manager to oversee operations across Zambia. This senior-level role requires adept leadership and management skills to ensure operational excellence, cost savings, and compliance in a demanding environment. An expat package includes housing, a company vehicle, fuel allowance, and education support for children.

Benefits

Fully furnished housing

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Education support for school-age children

One return flight home per year

Qualifications

• 10+ years of fleet or transport management experience (FMCG or manufacturing preferred).
• Proven ability to manage large fleets in complex environments.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, tracking systems, and logistics.

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

Leadership

People management

Fleet management software

Data analytics

Cost reduction

Education

Degree in Logistics

Degree in Supply Chain

Degree in Transport

Job description

Who are we A leading group operating across Africa in the manufacturing and FMCG sectors.

High-volume.

Fast-paced.

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