Assistant Manager Logistics

A. Daily Transport Operations • Assist in managing daily operations of the company’s heavy transport fleet. • Plan and coordinate vehicle allocations according to customer requirements. • Ensure vehicles complete their targeted number of trips daily. • Monitor loading, transportation, and offloading activities. • Coordinate with customers, loading teams, drivers, and transport supervisors. • Resolve operational delays and ensure timely deliveries. • Arrange external transporters when additional capacity is required. B. Fleet Management & Utilization • Monitor daily vehicle utilization and productivity. • Ensure every operational vehicle is allocated sufficient work. • Identify underutilized vehicles and implement corrective actions. • Monitor vehicle availability, breakdowns, and maintenance schedules. • Coordinate with the workshop team to minimize vehicle downtime. • Maintain accurate records of operational and non-operational vehicles. C. Driver Management • Supervise drivers alongside the transport supervisors. • Monitor driver attendance, performance, and trip completion. • Ensure drivers follow allocated routes and delivery schedules. • Coordinate driver replacements, leave, and shift arrangements. • Address driver-related operational issues and escalate serious matters. • Ensure compliance with road safety regulations and company policies. D. Operational Reporting • Prepare and submit daily vehicle activity reports. • Monitor daily tonnage transported and trips completed. • Maintain accurate trip records and delivery documentation. • Track vehicle performance against daily and monthly targets. • Report vehicle breakdowns, delays, and operational issues. • Ensure delivery notes are collected and submitted to the accounts department. • Provide regular operational updates to the Logistics Manager. E. Cost Control & Efficiency • Monitor fuel consumption and identify unusual usage. • Reduce unnecessary vehicle movements and empty trips. • Improve route planning to minimize operational expenses. • Monitor external transporter usage and associated costs. • Identify opportunities to improve operational profitability. • Support management in achieving vehicle revenue and productivity targets. F. Customer & Transporter Coordination • Maintain communication with customers regarding dispatch schedules and deliveries. • Coordinate with external transport companies when required. • Ensure customer delivery requirements are met. • Handle operational complaints and delivery delays professionally. • Maintain strong working relationships with loading and offloading facilities. G. Safety & Compliance • Ensure vehicles are loaded safely and within approved limits. • Monitor compliance with transport regulations and road restrictions. • Coordinate with the workshop regarding vehicle safety and roadworthiness. • Ensure incidents, accidents, and violations are reported immediately. • Promote safe driving and loading practices. • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in transport or logistics operations. • Experience managing heavy trucks, trailers, or industrial cargo transportation. • Previous supervisory or assistant management experience preferred. • Strong knowledge of UAE transport routes and heavy vehicle regulations. • Experience coordinating drivers, transport supervisors, and external transporters. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and operational reporting. • Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced transport environment. • UAE Driving License