TRANSPORT PLANNER CUM CONTROLLER
nky freight forwarding pte. ltd.- Posted a month ago
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Transport Planning & Scheduling
. Plan and assign daily transportjobs to drivers based on delivery location, priority, vehicle availability, andoperational requirements.
. Optimize truck utilization androute planning to reduce empty runs, waiting time, and unnecessary mileage.
. Arrange ad-hoc, urgent andsame-day transportation requests where operationally possible.
. Ensure appropriate vehicle andequipment are assigned according to cargo type and customer requirements.
. Support planning for DG, reefer,overweight and special cargo where applicable.
Transport Control & Monitoring
. Monitor drivers and vehiclemovements throughout the day.
. Follow up closely on collection,delivery and POD return status.
. Proactively identify potentialdelays and take corrective action before they affect customer deliveryschedules.
. Coordinate with drivers when thereare traffic delays, equipment issues or changes in customer instructions.
. Ensure drivers receive completedelivery instructions and required documents before deployment.
. Update customers and internalteams promptly on delivery status, delays or operational issues.
. Escalate major incidents orservice disruptions to management when required.
Safety & Compliance
. Ensure transport activities complywith company SOPs and applicable Singapore regulations.
. Ensure DG transportationrequirements are followed for regulated cargo.
. Verify that vehicles, drivers andsupporting documentation are suitable for the cargo being transported.
. Ensure drivers are briefed onsite-specific safety and delivery requirements.
. Report accidents, cargo damage,spills, vehicle breakdowns, or other incidents immediately.
. Support implementation ofTransport Emergency Response Plan (TERP) requirements where applicable.
Requirements
. Diploma / NITEC / Higher NITEC orequivalent qualification.
. Preferably 2-3 years of experience in transport planning, trucking, logistics, orfreight forwarding.
. Knowledge of Singapore roadsandlocal delivery locations is preferred.
. Basic understanding ofimport/export documentation and customs permits is preferred.
. Knowledge of DG transportationrequirements will be an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
. Strong planning and coordinationskills.
. Able to handle multiple jobssimultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
. Good geographical knowledge ofSingapore.
. Strong problem-solving anddecision-making ability.
. Able to communicate effectivelywith drivers, customers and internal teams.
. Good follow-up and attention todetail.
. Able to remain calm and respondquickly during operational disruptions.
. Good working knowledge ofMicrosoft Excel, Outlook and logistics systems.
. Team-oriented with a strong senseof responsibility and ownership.
Working Requirements
. Able to support transportoperations outside normal office hours when required.
. May be required to handle urgentoperational matters, early-morning deliveries or after-hours transportationarrangements.
. Must be comfortable working in afast-moving operational environment where schedules may change at short notice.
