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Job Description - 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
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