Assistant Manager-Transportation & Logistics

Urmilla Enterprises; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Urmilla Enterprises in Chennai is seeking an Assistant Manager - Transportation & Logistics to manage day-to-day transport and logistics of construction equipment across project locations, ensuring timely mobilization, fleet utilization and compliance.

The role collaborates with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Commercial, Finance and Project teams, oversees vendor coordination, cost control, and KPIs, and leads a team of logistics coordinators to drive operational excellence while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment transportation and logistics.
• Knowledge of ODC movement, permits, RTO regulations, and statutory compliance.
• Experience in fleet planning, transporter coordination, and freight management.

Responsibilities

• Transportation Planning & Fleet Management - Plan and coordinate equipment mobilization and demobilization activities.
• Heavy Equipment Logistics - Coordinate transportation of cranes, piling rigs, excavators, boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, graders, compactors, forklifts, and other construction equipment.
• Vendor & Transporter Management - Coordinate with transport vendors for equipment movement and negotiate transportation rates.
• Compliance & Documentation - Ensure compliance with RTO regulations, permits, insurance, and statutory requirements.
• Cost Control & Logistics Optimization - Monitor transportation costs and optimize logistics expenses.
• Team Supervision & Operational Excellence - Supervise logistics coordinators and transportation executives.
• Cross-Functional Coordination & MIS - Coordinate with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Finance, Commercial, and Project teams for timely equipment deployment.

Skills

Heavy equipment transport

Fleet planning

RTO compliance

Vendor coordination

Negotiation

Education

BE/B.Tech in Mechanical/Automobile/Civil

MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Logistics (Preferred)

Tools

SAP/ERP

GPS fleet tracking

Advanced MS Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager - Transportation & Logistics is responsible for managing the day-to-day transportation and logistics operations for construction equipment across project locations. The role ensures timely mobilization and demobilization of equipment, efficient fleet utilization, transporter coordination, statutory compliance, and cost-effective logistics operations. The incumbent will work closely with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Commercial, Finance, and Project teams to ensure smooth equipment movement and high customer service standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transportation Planning & Fleet Management - Plan and coordinate equipment mobilization and demobilization activities. Prepare transportation schedules based on project requirements. Monitor fleet utilization and ensure timely movement of equipment. Minimize equipment idle time through effective transportation planning.
2. Heavy Equipment Logistics - Coordinate transportation of cranes, piling rigs, excavators, boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, graders, compactors, forklifts, and other construction equipment. Plan routes considering permits, road restrictions, and ODC requirements. Ensure safe loading, unloading, and transportation of equipment. Coordinate with project teams for timely equipment delivery.
3. Vendor & Transporter Management - Coordinate with transport vendors for equipment movement. Negotiate transportation rates within approved guidelines. Monitor transporter performance and ensure SLA compliance. Maintain vendor records and support vendor evaluation.
4. Compliance & Documentation - Ensure compliance with RTO regulations, permits, insurance, and statutory requirements. Coordinate ODC approvals and maintain transportation documentation. Ensure adherence to EHS and company safety standards. Support transportation audits and compliance reviews.
5. Cost Control & Logistics Optimization - Monitor transportation costs and optimize logistics expenses. Track freight costs and identify cost-saving opportunities. Ensure efficient vehicle utilization and route optimization. Support preparation of transportation budgets and cost reports.
6. Team Supervision & Operational Excellence - Supervise logistics coordinators and transportation executives. Monitor daily logistics operations and KPI achievement. Provide training and guidance on transportation processes and safety. Drive continuous improvement in logistics operations.
7. Cross-Functional Coordination & MIS - Coordinate with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Finance, Commercial, and Project teams for timely equipment deployment. Resolve transportation-related operational issues. Prepare logistics MIS, fleet utilization reports, transportation cost reports, and performance dashboards. Support management with operational analysis and improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs)

1. Transportation Planning & Fleet Operations Management
2. Heavy Equipment Logistics & Project Coordination
3. Vendor & Transporter Management
4. Regulatory Compliance, Documentation & Safety
5. Cost Control & Logistics Optimization
6. Team Supervision & Operational Excellence
7. MIS Reporting & Cross-Functional Coordination

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time equipment mobilization and demobilization.
• Fleet utilization and vehicle productivity.
• Transportation cost optimization.
• Vendor SLA compliance.
• Equipment delivery turnaround time.
• Zero transportation-related statutory non-compliance.
• Reduction in equipment idle time.Timely submission of logistics MIS.
• Customer satisfaction with logistics support.
• Compliance with safety and EHS standards.

Skills Required

• Experience in heavy equipment transportation and logistics.
• Knowledge of ODC movement, permits, RTO regulations, and statutory compliance.
• Experience in fleet planning, transporter coordination, and freight management.
• Proficiency in SAP/ERP, GPS fleet tracking systems, and Advanced MS Excel.
• Strong analytical, planning, negotiation, and coordination skills.
• Good leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Industry

• Construction Equipment Rental
• Heavy Equipment & Infrastructure
• EPC Projects
• Mining & Earthmoving
• Equipment Leasing & Asset Management

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech (Mechanical/Automobile/Civil) or Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering
• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Logistics (Preferred)

Reporting To Senior Manager - Transportation & Logistics / Head - Logistics