Prioritize measurable SLA performance (pick/pack speed, order accuracy), bonded storage and customs handling, available value‑added services (kitting, returns processing), scalable racking and labor models, and local carrier integrations to reduce last‑mile variability.

Facilities in the coastal corridor reduce sea-to-door transit and often lower inland haul distances to Conakry and regional buyers, which can cut lead times and LTL costs. Evaluate carriers’ regional lanes and consolidation frequencies to quantify savings.

Look for bonded storage, customs clearance experience, secure yard and inventory controls, temperature‑controlled capacity where required, and integrated WMS/ERP connectivity to provide accurate manifests and support regulatory audits.

Negotiate blended storage tiers, volume-based picking rates, fuel‑surcharge indexing, seasonal labor clauses, and carrier pass-through terms. Ask for outbound zone optimization and multi-client consolidation to reduce per‑order costs.