GM of Transport Business - Logistics

PT Michael Page Internasional Indonesia; Jakarta Utara; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established logistics company in Indonesia is seeking a Head of Transport Business to oversee logistics and transport operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the field, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to optimize service delivery. This role offers attractive benefits and the opportunity to significantly impact the company's operations.

Benefits

Allowances

Bonuses

Holiday entitlements

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transport or logistics operations sector.
• In-depth knowledge of fleet management, maintenance, and safety.
• Strong background in transport and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to optimize transport operations.
• Manage a team for daily transport activities and safety compliance.
• Monitor performance and implement improvement initiatives.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and negotiate service agreements.
• Collaborate with other departments for integrated logistics solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Transportation, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

The Head of Transport Business will oversee and drive the logistics and transport operations, ensuring efficiency and excellence in service delivery. This position requires expertise in the transport and distribution industry and strong leadership capabilities to manage teams and operations effectively.

The company is a well-established organisation within the transport and distribution industry, known for its extensive network and robust operational framework. It has a significant presence in Indonesia, managing a wide range of logistics and transport services.

Description

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize transport and logistics operations, ensuring cost‑effective and high‑quality service delivery.
• Manage and lead a team of managers to oversee daily transport activities, including routing, scheduling, vendor coordination, and vehicle maintenance, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Monitor operational performance, analyze market trends, and implement improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and asset utilization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and clients, negotiate service agreements, and support commercial growth while meeting SLA requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated logistics solutions and improve overall business performance.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Transportation, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in transport or logistics operations sector
• In-depth knowledge of fleet management, maintenance, and safety.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, focused on operational efficiency and results.
• Effective communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and clients.
• Strong background in transport and distribution and ability to understand the business commercial
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience overseeing multi-location operations and driving performance.

Job Offer

• Attractive benefits including allowances, bonuses, and holiday entitlements.
• A role within a respected organisation in the transport and distribution industry.
• Opportunities to lead and make a significant impact on operations.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Jessica Kurniawan on [phone].