Logistics Manager at Danco Capital Limited

Job Summary

Department: Logistics

Reports to: Head of Operations

Danco Capital Ltd. is a leading and fast-growing manufacturer offering quality and sustainable water, sanitation and telecom solutions with a regional presence in Africa. We are seeking to recruit an ambitious and aggressive Logistics/Transport Manager to lead and optimize our logistics operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating transportation systems, ensuring timely delivery of goods and materials. This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to implement solutions that reduce costs, improve service, and maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and managing fleet budget, identifying inefficiencies and implementing strategies to improve logistics processes, reducing costs, and enhance service delivery.
• Responsible for leading, coaching, mentoring, and training logistics staff, fostering a high performance culture and ensuring adherence to Company policies.
• Responsible for scheduling and overseeing routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections to ensure fleets are in optimal condition.
• Ensuring the fleet complies with all relevant regulations, including registration, licensing and safety standards.
• Responsible for monitoring and managing delivery timelines to ensure products are transported within scheduled windows, proactively identifying and resolving delays to maintain service quality.
• Tracking logistics metrics and generating performance reports to inform strategic decisions and operational adjustments.
• Managing relationships with vendors, including fleet maintenance providers, parts suppliers and fuel company

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration with a logistics focus.
• 4-6 years of proven work experience in Logistics or Supply Chain in a manufacturing or similar industry.
•  In-depth knowhow of fleet management principles and best practices.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Data driven approach to decision making.
• Strategic and global mindset.
• Collaborative but able to challenge constructively.
• Leadership and team management by working well with the team and ability to influence other members positively.
• Emotional intelligence and ability to manage expectations.
• Act in line with Danco core values and demonstrate leadership principles.