Key Responsibilities:
Fleet & Transportation Management
• Oversee daily transportation operations, including scheduling, routing, and tracking shipments. • Manage the company’s fleet, ensuring vehicles are maintained, serviced, and meet compliance standards. • Optimize fleet utilization to improve cost efficiency and minimize downtime.
Logistics Coordination
• Plan and execute delivery schedules to meet business requirements. • Work closely with warehouse, procurement, and operations teams to ensure seamless logistics flow. • Monitor real-time tracking systems for shipments and resolve transit issues proactively.
Vendor & Carrier Management
• Negotiate contracts with transport vendors and third-party logistics providers. • Evaluate carrier performance and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met. • Build strong relationships with external transport partners to ensure reliable and cost-effective services.
Compliance & Safety
• Ensure compliance with local and international transportation laws and regulations. • Enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies for drivers and transport operations. • Maintain transport documentation, including permits, licenses, and regulatory requirements.
Cost Control & Budgeting
• Monitor transportation costs and optimize operations to reduce expenses. • Develop strategies for cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service quality. • Prepare budget reports and financial analysis related to transport operations.
Team Leadership & Development
• Supervise and manage a team of drivers, dispatchers, and transport coordinators. • Provide training on compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. • Conduct performance reviews and implement employee development programs.
Customer Service & Issue Resolution
• Ensure on-time deliveries and address any shipment delays or issues. • Work closely with the customer service team to resolve transport-related customer complaints. • Implement corrective actions for recurring transportation issues.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. • 5+ years of experience in transport/logistics management. • Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, fleet management, and logistics planning. • Proficiency in transport management systems (TMS) and GPS tracking software. • Excellent negotiation, leadership, and communication skills. • Ability to analyze data and implement process improvements. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in the logistics, courier, or supply chain industry. • Familiarity with ERP or transport automation tools. Certification in logistics or transport management is a plus
