Transport Specialist – Warc

Job Description

About Warc

Our Vision & Mission:

At Warc Africa, we envision a future where Africa nourishes the world while its farmers become the stewards of its fertile soils. Our mission is straightforward: uplift farmers from poverty through regenerative farming practices.

With operations in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Uganda, we have impacted over 100,000 lives, created thousands of rural jobs, and aim to empower one million farmers to generate hundreds of millions in income while becoming climate heroes.

Our model is already proving transformative: 95% of farmers report increased income, 97% receive more frequent payments, and 98% have reported an improved quality of life. Today, we work with nearly 40,000 farmers (40% women) through over 100 trading hubs across Ghana. All of these are only possible through the dedication and passion of a team of 250 from 16 countries.

We have laid a strong foundation, but this is only the beginning. We are now looking for passionate and innovative individuals to join us on this transformative journey and help redefine the future of African agriculture.

About the Job

The Transport Specialist is responsible for planning and optimizing all product movements.

This position is primarily centers around ensuring timely deliveries to offtakers, efficient internal transfers, and high fleet utilization, while monitoring performance, costs, compliance, and continuous improvement across the transport network.

1. Programming & Delivery to Offtakers

1. Develop and manage the weekly transport plan to ensure close to 100% OTIF (On Time, In Full) delivery performance.
2. Lead coordination meetings with Operations and Logistics teams for clear weekly scheduling.
3. Review and ensure accuracy of transport records and reporting tools (e.g., Post Tracker, Fumigation Table, and other official records).

2. Programming of Internal Movements

1. Plan and schedule daily and weekly internal product transfers between hubs, mega hubs, and warehouses.
2. Optimize routing to reduce unnecessary internal movements and improve stock availability positioning.

3. Fleet Management & Transportation Resources

1. Allocate company-owned, rented, and contractor vehicles to meet delivery and internal movement needs.
2. Monitor fleet performance, fuel usage, maintenance schedules, and vehicle availability.
3. Maintain transport documentation (permits, logs, maintenance records, insurance).
4. Coordinate driver assignments, performance expectations, and compliance with company policies.
5. Analyze transport cost-per-ton, fleet utilization, downtime, and routing performance for continuous improvement.
6. Manage relationships with transport providers and negotiate service terms and tariffs.

4. Projects, Analysis & Strategic Management

1. Participate in weekly Logistics Committee and continuous improvement initiatives.
2. Support the rollout and ongoing use of Transport Management System (TMS), Odoo, and data dashboards.
3. Track transport budget performance, route economics, and monthly cost reporting by carrier.
4. Oversee claim handling, insurance documentation, and compliance with health, safety, and sustainability standards.

5. Other Duties

1. Perform any other related tasks as assigned by the line manager to support departmental goals and operations.

About you

Qualification and Requirements for the Transport Specialist:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years proven experience in transportation planning, fleet coordination, logistics operations, or supply chain management.
3. Experience working with Third-Party Logistics Providers (3PLs), truck suppliers, or commodity logistics is an advantage.
4. Proficiency in ERP / TMS platforms (e.g., Odoo) and data reporting tools (Excel dashboards, Google Sheets, BI tools).
5. Ability to track and analyze cost per ton, fuel consumption, downtime, and route performance.
6. Knowledge of local and national transport regulations, licensing, and safety requirements.
7. Ability to optimize resource allocation (company fleet and hired trucks) for maximum efficiency.
8. Proven experience improving operational KPIs (OTIF, fleet utilization, transport cost efficiency).
9. Strong data analysis and reporting, communication, negotiation, and relationship- building skills.
10. High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
11. Must be willing to travel frequently between hubs, warehouses, and partner sites.
12. Have a license to operate a motorcycle in Ghana (or willingness to get one)
13. Willingness and ability to live and work in rural environments for extended periods.

Benefits

1. We are a young, growing organization, and one that cares about our team and culture. We are committed and we work hard, but also reward ourselves to make this our lifestyle. You can expect:
2. A competitive salary and related package commensurate to the position and industry.
3. Flexible time and working conditions.
4. Continued investment in professional development.

Application Information

Please send a cover letter and CV to hr.recruitment@warcgroup.com. Address your cover letter to “HR at Warc Africa” and name the position in the email subject line.

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Warc Africa is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We welcome applications from

individuals of all backgrounds and encourage women, underrepresented groups, and

candidates from diverse experiences to apply.