Overview
Transportation Logistics Manager Jobs in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia at Confidential Government
Title: Transportation Logistics Manager
Company: Confidential Government
Location: Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
The Transportation Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and optimizing all transportation operations across the company’s owned and leased fleet. This role ensures efficient container movement between ports, customer locations, yards, and depots while maintaining high standards of safety, cost control, regulatory compliance, and customer service. The Transportation Manager leads drivers, dispatchers, and transport coordinators to maximize fleet utilization and operational efficiency.
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Key Responsibilities
Transportation Operations
* Plan, manage, and oversee daily transportation activities.
* Coordinate container movements between ports, terminals, customers, depots, and container yards.
* Ensure timely collection and delivery of import and export containers.
* Monitor fleet productivity and optimize truck utilization.
* Manage transportation schedules and dispatch activities.
* Minimize empty truck movements and optimize route planning.
Fleet Management
* Manage both company-owned and leased trucks and trailers.
* Ensure fleet availability and maximize equipment utilization.
* Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs.
* Monitor vehicle inspections, registrations, permits, and insurance.
* Evaluate fleet performance and recommend fleet expansion or replacement.
Driver Management
* Lead, supervise, and develop transportation drivers.
* Plan driver schedules and shift allocation.
* Monitor driver productivity, attendance, and compliance.
* Conduct driver performance evaluations.
* Ensure drivers comply with road safety regulations and company policies.
* Investigate accidents and implement corrective actions.
Container & Depot Operations
* Coordinate container movements with ports, depots, terminals, and customers.
* Monitor container status, detention, demurrage, and free-time utilization.
* Ensure efficient container loading, unloading, and yard operations.
* Coordinate with depot teams regarding container availability and inspections.
* Optimize yard truck movements and equipment allocation.
Customer Service & Coordination
* Work closely with Operations, Customer Service, Planning, Sales, and Warehouse teams.
* Ensure customer delivery requirements are achieved.
* Resolve transportation-related customer issues promptly.
* Coordinate with shipping lines, port authorities, and third-party transport providers.
Cost Control
* Control transportation costs and improve operational efficiency.
* Monitor fuel consumption and implement fuel-saving initiatives.
* Manage leasing costs and vendor performance.
* Analyze transportation KPIs and recommend cost-saving opportunities.
* Prepare transportation budgets and forecasts.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Ensure compliance with transportation laws and regulations.
* Promote safe driving practices and safety awareness.
* Ensure compliance with HSE policies and company procedures.
* Maintain transportation records and audit readiness.
* Ensure drivers maintain valid licenses and certifications.
Performance Monitoring
* Track transportation KPIs including:
* On-Time Delivery (OTD)
* Fleet Utilization
* Truck Turnaround Time
* Fuel Efficiency
* Driver Productivity
* Container Cycle Time
* Empty Mileage
* Vehicle Downtime
* Accident Rate
* Customer Satisfaction
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Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Business Administration, or a related field.
* Professional certifications in logistics or fleet management are an advantage.
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Experience
* 7–10 years of experience in transportation or logistics operations.
* At least 3–5 years in a managerial position.
* Strong experience managing container transportation.
* Experience with owned fleets and third-party/leased fleets.
* Knowledge of port, terminal, depot, and container yard operations.
* Experience managing drivers and dispatch teams.
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Technical Knowledge
* Container logistics operations.
* Fleet management systems.
* Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
* GPS tracking and telematics.
* Route optimization.
* Fleet maintenance planning.
* Driver compliance and transportation regulations.
* Yard and depot operations.
* Import and export container processes.
* Cost analysis and transportation budgeting.
* Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).
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Skills & Competencies
* Strong leadership and people management.
* Excellent planning and organizational skills.
* Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Decision-making under pressure.
* Negotiation and vendor management.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
* Time management and prioritization.
* Customer-focused mindset.
* Financial and commercial awareness.
* Continuous improvement mindset.
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* On-Time Delivery ≥ 98%
* Fleet Utilization ≥ 90%
* Fuel Cost per Kilometer
* Driver Productivity
* Empty Truck Movement Reduction
* Vehicle Downtime
* Accident Frequency Rate
* Maintenance Compliance
* Container Turnaround Time
* Customer Satisfaction Score
* Transportation Cost per Container
* Lease Fleet Utilization
* Detention/Demurrage Cost Reduction
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Preferred Industry Experience
* Shipping Lines
* Container Logistics
* Freight Forwarding
* Inland Transportation
* Port Operations
* Container Depots
* Container Yards (CY)
* Intermodal Transportation
* Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
* Terminal Operations
