Transport Specialist

About Warc Africa

Warc Africa works to transform agriculture in Africa by helping farmers move out of poverty through regenerative farming methods. The organization operates in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Uganda, and has already reached more than 100,000 people, generated thousands of rural jobs, and is working toward empowering one million farmers to earn substantially more while contributing to climate-resilient farming.

The company’s model has produced strong results so far: 95% of farmers report higher incomes, 97% are paid more often, and 98% say their quality of life has improved. Warc Africa currently supports nearly 40,000 farmers, including 40% women, through more than 100 trading hubs across Ghana, backed by a team of 250 people from 16 countries.

Role Overview

This position is based in Greater Accra Region and Upper West Region, Ghana. The Transport Specialist will oversee the planning and optimization of product movements, with the goal of ensuring timely deliveries to buyers, smooth internal transfers, strong fleet use, and ongoing control of cost, compliance, and transport performance.

Key Duties

• Create and maintain the weekly transport plan so delivery execution stays close to 100% on-time, in-full performance.
• Run coordination discussions with Operations and Logistics teams to align weekly schedules.
• Check transport records and reporting tools for completeness and accuracy, including the Post Tracker, Fumigation Table, and other official documents.
• Plan and schedule daily and weekly movement of products between hubs, mega hubs, and warehouses.
• Improve routing decisions to cut unnecessary transfers and strengthen stock placement.
• Assign company-owned, rented, and contractor vehicles according to delivery and transfer needs.
• Track fleet performance, fuel use, maintenance timing, and vehicle availability.
• Keep transport paperwork current, including permits, logs, maintenance files, and insurance documents.
• Manage driver allocation, expected performance, and adherence to company rules.
• Review transport cost per ton, fleet use, downtime, and route results to identify improvements.
• Build and maintain relationships with transport vendors and negotiate service terms and pricing.
• Take part in weekly Logistics Committee meetings and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support the introduction and daily use of the Transport Management System, Odoo, and data dashboards.
• Monitor transport budget performance, route economics, and monthly carrier-wise cost reporting.
• Handle claims, insurance documentation, and compliance with health, safety, and sustainability requirements.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Logistics Manager in support of department objectives and operations.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of hands-on experience in transportation planning, fleet coordination, logistics operations, or supply chain management.
• Prior exposure to 3PL providers, truck suppliers, or commodity logistics will be an advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP and TMS systems such as Odoo, along with reporting tools like Excel dashboards, Google Sheets, and BI platforms.
• Ability to assess cost per ton, fuel usage, downtime, and route efficiency using data.
• Understanding of local and national transport rules, licensing requirements, and safety standards.
• Capability to allocate resources effectively across owned fleets, hired trucks, and contractors.
• Demonstrated success in improving operational KPIs such as OTIF, fleet utilization, and transport cost efficiency.
• High integrity, strong accountability, and careful attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel frequently between hubs, warehouses, and partner locations.
• Comfort and readiness to work in rural areas for long periods.
• A valid driving license is required; a motorcycle license will be considered an added advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a package aligned with the role and industry.
• Flexible working hours and conditions.
• Ongoing support for professional growth and development.

Application Information

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to hr.recruitment@warcgroup.com. The cover letter should be addressed to “HR at Warc Africa,” and the position name must be included in the email subject line.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Warc Africa is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, including women, underrepresented groups, and candidates with diverse experiences.