TRANSPORT OPERATIONS MANAGER

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end land freight transport operations including local and cross-border trucking.
• Plan and optimize routes, schedules, and load allocation to maximize fleet efficiency and reduce transit time.
• Coordinate with transport vendors, drivers, and third-party logistics partners for smooth execution.
• Oversee fleet utilization, maintenance scheduling, and vehicle availability.
• Ensure accurate preparation and handling of transport documents (delivery orders, waybills, permits, etc.).
• Monitor shipment movement and proactively resolve delays, breakdowns, or route disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations, safety standards, and cross-border requirements.
• Control and optimize operational costs including fuel, tolls, and vendor charges.
• Track key performance metrics such as on-time delivery, cost per trip, and vehicle utilization.
• Lead and manage drivers, coordinators, and operations staff to maintain high performance levels.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in land freight, trucking operations, or transport management.
• Strong understanding of route planning, fleet management, and load optimization.
• Experience handling cross-border trucking operations and related documentation (if applicable).
• Ability to manage drivers and third-party transport vendors effectively.
• Familiarity with transport management systems (TMS) and tracking tools.
• Strong cost-control mindset with the ability to improve operational efficiency.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.