Operations Manager (Security, Transport & Logistics) - Tanzania

Responsible for managing transport, fleet operations, finished-goods warehouses, logistics and security , ensuring timely deliveries, operational efficiency, strong controls and minimum losses.







Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania



Nationality: Tanzanian



Experience: 10+ Years



Reporting To: Operations Director Key Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor finished flour deliveries through own and hired trucks .
• Manage fleet utilisation, routing, turnaround time, payload and delivery performance .
• Evaluate and control third-party truck hiring and transport costs .
• Coordinate daily dispatches with Sales, Production, Warehouse and Transport teams .
• Manage finished-goods warehouses, including stock accuracy, loading, dispatch and reconciliation .
• Ensure proper controls for truck entry/exit, weighbridge, loading approvals and gate documentation .
• Manage security across factories, warehouses, yards and loading areas .
• Investigate and prevent theft, pilferage, unauthorised movements and security incidents .
• Monitor CCTV, access control and security deployment .
• Develop and implement SOPs and operational controls .
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction in transport, warehousing and security .
• Lead, supervise and develop transport, warehouse and security teams .

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, Business Administration, Engineering or related field .
• 10+ years of relevant experience .
• Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, milling, logistics or industrial operations preferred.
• Strong experience in fleet/transport and warehouse management .
• Hands-on experience in security, loss prevention and operational controls .
• Good knowledge of truck operations, route planning and third-party transport management .
• ERP/SAP experience preferred .
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving and coordination skills .
• High integrity with a hands-on approach and strong follow-up skills .

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