Fleet Manager

About the role

Wave, a mobile payment service aiming to make Africa the first cashless continent, is expanding its fleet service and is looking for an experienced Fleet Manager in Abidjan. The role builds, organizes and leads the fleet function, covering vehicles and drivers, and sets up robust processes that support growth. Work authorization in Côte d'Ivoire is required.

Key responsibilities

• Scale the Fleet department and design standardized protocols to maximize efficiency and service consistency.
• Plan daily vehicle and driver allocations and maximize asset uptime through proactive resource planning.
• Run preventive and corrective maintenance programs and audit driver performance against safety standards and internal policies.
• Negotiate and manage relationships with garages, dealerships and insurers.
• Administer fleet budgets, run cost-optimization initiatives and report KPIs to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with local transportation laws and internal safety regulations, and forecast requirements for procurement and expansion.
• Identify risks to company assets and reputation, coach the fleet team and solve complex operational challenges.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Operations, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in fleet, transport or large-scale operations management.
• Fluency in French and ideally a good command of English.
• Proven track record managing drivers and external service providers, and knowledge of vehicle maintenance, insurance and compliance documentation.
• Proficiency in budget administration and complex vendor contract management, and experience developing processes and training in an office environment.

What we offer

• Permanent position with competitive salary calculated by a transparent formula.
• Health insurance for yourself and your dependents.
• Parental leave (26 weeks for mothers, 4 weeks for fathers) and subsidized childcare when returning to work.
• Subsidized gym memberships and fitness classes, airtime reimbursement, free food and a nice office.

To apply, use the application form and upload a resume in English and a cover letter stating your interest in Wave and the role.