Transport Manager – Auntie Nkran Partners Limited (ANP)

Job Description

Company: Auntie Nkran Partners Limited (ANP)
Location: Tema, Ghana
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: GHS 10,000 – GHS 15,000 net per month, depending on experience
Application Deadline: 30th November 2026

About Auntie Nkran Partners Limited

Auntie Nkran Partners Limited (ANP) is a Tema-based company operating across distribution,transportation, logistics, and haulage.

As the company continues to grow and modernise its operations, ANP is seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven Transport Manager to provide executive leadership for its large-scale transport operation.

This is not simply a fleet supervision role. The successful candidate will take ownership of the overall transport function and will be responsible for driving fleet utilisation, operational efficiency, cost optimisation, driver performance, vehicle availability, safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership to transform the transport function into a more efficient, data-driven, technology-enabled, and commercially sustainable operation.

The Fleet & Operational Mandate

The Transport Manager will oversee a diverse commercial fleet of more than 200 assets, including:

• Bulk trucks
• Flatbeds
• Bucket trailers
• Cargo trucks
• Other transport and haulage assets

The role will also provide leadership and oversight to a workforce of more than 300 drivers and drivers’ assistants.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fleet Strategy & Operational Leadership

• Develop and implement an effective transport and fleet management strategy aligned with the company’s overall business objectives.
• Take overall responsibility for the operational performance and utilisation of the company’s fleet.
• Optimise vehicle deployment, route planning, scheduling, and fleet utilisation.
• Monitor fleet productivity and identify opportunities to improve vehicle turnaround and operational efficiency.
• Ensure the right vehicles and resources are available for business requirements.
• Develop and monitor key transport performance indicators and operational targets.

2. Route Planning & Fleet Utilisation

• Review and optimise transportation routes to minimise unnecessary mileage, delays, fuel consumption, and operating costs.
• Monitor vehicle movement and utilisation to maximise fleet productivity.
• Analyse transportation data to identify inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Work closely with operations, logistics, and other departments to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Develop systems for monitoring vehicle availability, turnaround times, trip performance, and utilisation.

3. Driver & Workforce Management

• Lead the recruitment, onboarding, training, supervision, and performance management of drivers and drivers’ assistants.
• Establish clear performance standards and accountability mechanisms for transport personnel.
• Develop initiatives to improve driver productivity, discipline, safety, retention, and engagement.
• Identify training and development needs and ensure appropriate driver training programmes are implemented.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, responsibility, safety, and operational excellence.
• Manage driver-related disciplinary and performance issues fairly and consistently.
• Build strong relationships with drivers and other transport personnel while maintaining appropriate management standards.

4. Transport Budget & Cost Management

• Take ownership of the transport function’s operating budget.
• Monitor transport expenditure and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Develop and implement initiatives to reduce fuel, maintenance, tyre, repair, and other fleet-related costs.
• Monitor fuel consumption and investigate unusual or excessive consumption.
• Analyse cost per trip, cost per kilometre, vehicle operating costs, and other relevant transport metrics.
• Deliver measurable improvements in operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on transport costs, performance, and savings initiatives.

5. Fuel Management

• Establish effective fuel monitoring and control systems.
• Track fuel consumption across the fleet and identify unusual variances or potential inefficiencies.
• Develop measures to minimise fuel wastage and unauthorised usage.
• Analyse fuel performance by vehicle, route, driver, and operational activity where appropriate.
• Provide management with regular fuel performance reports and recommendations.

6. Fleet Maintenance & Vehicle Availability

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programmes for the company’s fleet.
• Work closely with workshops, technicians, suppliers, and service providers to ensure vehicles are maintained to required standards.
• Monitor vehicle downtime and develop strategies to improve fleet availability.
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are adhered to.
• Review maintenance costs and identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Ensure vehicles are inspected and maintained in accordance with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Establish appropriate systems for tracking maintenance history, service schedules, repairs, and vehicle availability.

7. HSSE, Safety & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with applicable Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) requirements.
• Develop and enforce transport safety standards and procedures.
• Lead initiatives aimed at reducing road traffic accidents, vehicle damage, injuries, and other transport-related incidents.
• Monitor driver safety performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses and ensure appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the transport function.
• Ensure drivers and vehicles meet applicable regulatory and safety requirements before deployment.

8. Regulatory & Compliance Management

• Ensure fleet operations comply with applicable transport laws, regulations, inspections, licensing, and safety requirements.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and records for vehicles, drivers, inspections, permits, and related regulatory matters.
• Ensure vehicles are appropriately licensed, insured, inspected, and maintained.
• Monitor changes in relevant regulatory requirements and ensure timely compliance.
• Work with relevant regulatory authorities and external stakeholders when required.

9. Data, Technology & Digital Transformation

ANP expects the successful candidate to use technology and data to modernise transport operations.

The Transport Manager will:

• Develop data-driven systems for monitoring fleet and transport performance.
• Use Microsoft 365 tools, including Excel, Power BI, Teams, and SharePoint, to improve reporting, collaboration, documentation, and decision-making.
• Develop dashboards and reports that provide management with clear visibility into fleet performance, costs, utilisation, maintenance, fuel consumption, safety, and productivity.
• Leverage appropriate AI tools to improve operational analysis, reporting, planning, and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve the efficiency of transport administration.
• Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making within the transport function.

10. Performance Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare regular management reports covering fleet utilisation, fuel, maintenance, costs, driver performance, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Establish measurable KPIs for the transport function.
• Track performance against agreed targets and develop corrective action plans where necessary.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead transformation projects aimed at improving fleet productivity, service delivery, cost efficiency, and operational reliability.
• Provide senior management with clear recommendations based on operational and financial data.

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5–10 years of proven experience in transport and fleet management.
• Demonstrated experience managing large commercial fleets, preferably involving heavy-duty trucks and haulage operations.
• Proven experience managing large teams of drivers and driver assistants.
• A demonstrable track record of achieving significant cost savings, operational efficiencies, and productivity improvements.
• Strong knowledge of fleet inspections, preventive maintenance, vehicle availability, and transport regulatory requirements.
• Practical understanding of HSSE, road safety, accident prevention, and transport risk management.
• Experience managing transport budgets and fuel control systems.

Technology & Digital Skills

The successful candidate should have strong proficiency in:

• Microsoft Excel, including advanced data analysis and reporting.
• Power BI and dashboard development.
• Microsoft Teams.
• Microsoft SharePoint.
• Microsoft 365 productivity tools.
• AI-powered tools for research, analysis, reporting, planning, and decision support.

Key Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong strategic and operational leadership.
• Excellent fleet and transport management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Commercial awareness and cost-consciousness.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to manage diverse teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• High levels of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Strong change-management and transformation capabilities.

What ANP Offers

This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to take real ownership of a large-scale transport operation and work directly with senior leadership.

The successful candidate will have:

• Direct access to the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership.
• Significant authority and responsibility for the transport function.
• The opportunity to lead a large-scale fleet transformation programme.
• The opportunity to deliver measurable improvements in cost, efficiency, safety, and fleet performance.
• A competitive net salary of GHS 10,000–GHS 15,000 per month, depending on experience.
• Career growth opportunities as the company continues to expand.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following:

• An updated CV.
• A cover letter outlining their suitability for the position.

Applicants are encouraged to clearly state the following in their application:

• Size of fleet previously managed
• Size of team previously supervised
• Major operational improvements achieved
• Measurable cost savings delivered
• Relevant experience with heavy-duty/commercial vehicles
• Experience using data and technology to improve fleet operations

Applications should be sent to info@auntienkranpartner.com

Subject Line: Application – Transport Manager

For enquiries, applicants may call or WhatsApp: 0248 576 464

Application Deadline: 30th November 2026

Shortlisting begins immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.