Logistics and Supply Chain · Full-time
Recruitment agency · Career Directions LimitedDeputy Lead – Transport
Employer not disclosed by agency
ThikaSenior · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 2 Nov 2026
About this role
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Role overview
An undisclosed employer is hiring a Deputy Lead for Transport based in Thika, Kenya. This full-time role is suitable for someone with experience in transport operations and fleet management who can oversee transport execution and financial management to support delivery targets.
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What you will do
- Plan and coordinate daily fleet deployment according to dispatch schedules.
- Ensure vehicle availability meets delivery requirements and resolve issues with transporters.
- Maximise transport asset utilisation through effective routing and load consolidation.
- Manage transporter financial processes including invoice collection, validation, and reconciliation.
- Submit accurate transporter invoices for finance approval and track their status.
- Maintain professional relationships with transport partners and address operational issues.
- Monitor transport performance and compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Transport & Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in transport operations, fleet management, logistics, or distribution.
- Experience in fleet planning, route optimisation, transporter management, and outbound delivery execution.
- Knowledge of transporter invoice management, accounts payable processes, proof of delivery validation, reconciliation, and VIM workflows.
- Ability to monitor transport KPIs, manage service providers, optimise costs, ensure compliance, and support OTIF delivery targets.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.