Logistics Manager – Trucking / Transport Company

Logistics Manager – Trucking / Transport Company

Location: UAE
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing daily transport operations, fleet utilization, driver coordination, route planning, and client delivery performance to ensure efficient and cost-effective trucking services across the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

Transport & Fleet Operations

• Manage day-to-day trucking operations across UAE routes
• Coordinate dispatch schedules for drivers and vehicles
• Monitor fleet utilization and optimize vehicle allocation
• Ensure timely pickup and delivery across client locations, warehouses, and ports

Driver Management

• Supervise drivers' attendance, trip planning, and productivity
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and UAE transport regulations
• Coordinate driver rotations, leave planning, and performance monitoring

Route Planning & Cost Optimization

• Plan delivery routes to improve turnaround time and reduce fuel costs
• Monitor trip performance and reduce idle time
• Improve vehicle utilization rates and delivery efficiency

Client Coordination

• Act as the operational point of contact for transport clients
• Ensure service-level agreements (SLAs) are met
• Resolve delivery delays and operational issues quickly

Port & Documentation Handling

• Oversee cargo movement from ports (e.g., Jebel Ali, KIZAD if applicable)
• Ensure proper handling of delivery notes, gate passes, trip sheets, and transport documentation
• Coordinate with customs clearing agents when required

Fleet Maintenance Coordination

• Monitor preventive maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with workshop teams for repairs
• Ensure vehicle compliance and roadworthiness

Reporting & KPIs

• Track logistics KPIs such as:
• fleet utilization rate
• delivery turnaround time
• trip completion rate
• fuel consumption efficiency
• Prepare operational performance reports for management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business Administration
• 5–8 years experience in trucking / transport operations in the UAE
• Strong knowledge of UAE transport routes and industrial zones
• Experience managing drivers and dispatch teams
• Experience handling multi-vehicle fleet operations

Technical Skills

• Fleet management systems or transport scheduling software
• Strong Excel reporting skills
• Knowledge of GPS tracking platforms
• Understanding of UAE road transport compliance standards

Preferred (Strong Advantage)

• Experience managing container transport / trailer fleet
• Exposure to port logistics (Jebel Ali operations)
• Experience handling 3PL transport contracts