Transport Manager

Job Description : TRANSPORT MANAGER UGANDA Transport and Fleet Manager. Directing, coordinating, planning and overseeing tasks and operations within the organisation involving transportation activities. The work will support the the companys Directors by focusing on day-to-day operations of the company. The Transport Manager will plan and coordinate the daily loading and offloadings of client cargo. Understanding the procedures, including storing company assets, spare parts, dispatching orders and tracking transportation vehicles. Expand functional systems through barcoding and developing preventative maintenance. Overview and implementation of the companys Transportation Management System and Fleet Maintenance Software. You should also be familiar with safety processes and legal regulations. Ultimately, you will ensure that all cargo is handled quickly, safely and within budget. Maintaining an effective control environment and ensure that operational controls, policies and procedures are adhered to. A strong understanding of Land Transportation, particularly within the East African region. Responsibilities: · Problem solving capabilities and regular preventative maintenance inspections · A daily walk round check of the trucks · Strong communication between management, drivers and workshop staff (Kampala, Tororo & Mombasa, and other sites) · Schedule daily and weekly routes · Monitor and report on transportation costs · Ensure transportation documents are properly filed · Report maintenance and repair needs for transportation vehicles and equipment · Research and suggest cost-effective changes · Conduct regular safety audits on equipment · Keep organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders · Ensure compliance with company policies · If required, ensure shipping documents are properly filed · Stay up-to-date with safety regulations Required Candidate profile: Requirements: · Proven experience as a Transport Manager or similar leadership role · Minimum 10-12 years of experience · Knowledge of transport methods, costs and benefits · Technology and Maths knowledge · Good attention to detail, including invoicing · Solid knowledge of supply chain management · Knowledge of logistics trends to build strategy · Excellent communication skills. · Help in scaling the org and attracting talent · Leadership and organizational abilities · Problem-solving aptitude Job Ref 1004 - Require copies of academic and professional references. Other benefits: · Accommodation covered by the company, if out of home country · Transport covered by the company · Preferably from East Africa region

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