Sr Manager - Transportation & Logistics

Urmilla Enterprises; Chennai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Urmilla Enterprises in Chennai seeks a Senior Manager - Transportation & Logistics to lead end-to-end transportation and logistics operations for construction equipment across project sites.

You will ensure safe, timely, and cost-efficient mobilization and demobilization, optimize fleet utilization, and align with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Commercial, Finance, and Project teams to meet customer commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience: 15+ years in transportation and logistics for heavy equipment.
• BE/BTech in Mechanical/Automobile/Civil or Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering.
• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Logistics preferred.
• Industry experience in Construction Equipment Rental, Heavy Equipment & EPC projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end transportation planning, fleet management and cost optimization for equipment mobilization/demobilization.
• Manage heavy equipment logistics (cranes, excavators, boom lifts, etc.) with permits and safe routing.
• Develop and manage transport vendors; negotiate rates and monitor SLAs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, permits, insurance, taxes and safety standards; risk assessments.
• Prepare budgets, monitor freight costs and drive route/resource optimization.
• Lead logistics teams; establish KPIs and MIS reporting; drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Finance, Commercial and Projects; report to senior management.

Education

BE/B.Tech (Mechanical/Automobile/Civil)

MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Logistics (Preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Manager - Transportation & Logistics is responsible for leading end-to-end transportation and logistics operations for construction equipment across multiple project locations. The role ensures safe, timely, and cost-effective mobilization and demobilization of heavy equipment while optimizing fleet utilization, transportation planning, vendor performance, statutory compliance, and logistics costs. The incumbent works closely with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Commercial, Finance, and Project teams to ensure seamless equipment deployment and customer satisfaction. Reporting To Head - Logistics / Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Transportation Planning & Fleet Management Lead transportation planning for equipment mobilization and demobilization. Optimize fleet utilization and transportation schedules. Monitor equipment movement, turnaround time, and logistics KPIs. Minimize equipment idle time through effective planning.
• Heavy Equipment Logistics Manage transportation of cranes, piling rigs, excavators, boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, graders, compactors, and other heavy equipment. Plan routes considering permits, bridge capacities, and ODC requirements. Ensure safe loading, unloading, and secure transportation.
• Vendor & Contract Management Develop and manage transport vendors across regions. Negotiate freight rates and transportation contracts. Monitor transporter performance, SLA compliance, and service quality. Ensure cost-effective logistics solutions.
• Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with RTO regulations, permits, insurance, road taxes, and statutory requirements. Coordinate ODC approvals and transportation documentation. Implement EHS standards and conduct transportation risk assessments. Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Cost Control & Logistics Optimization Prepare and manage transportation budgets. Monitor freight costs and identify cost-saving opportunities. Improve transportation efficiency through route and resource optimization. Ensure budget adherence without compromising service quality.
• Team Leadership & Operational Excellence Lead and develop logistics and transportation teams. Establish KPIs, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement. Standardize logistics processes and implement best practices. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Cross-Functional Coordination & MIS Coordinate with Operations, SCM, Maintenance, Finance, Commercial, and Project teams for timely equipment deployment. Ensure customer commitments are met through efficient logistics execution. Prepare logistics MIS, fleet utilization reports, transportation cost analysis, and management dashboards. Present logistics performance and improvement plans to senior management.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Transportation Planning & Fleet Operations Management
• Heavy Equipment Logistics & Project Mobilization
• Vendor, Transporter & Commercial Contract Management
• Regulatory Compliance, Safety & Risk Management
• Cost Optimization, Budget Control & Logistics Performance
• Team Leadership & Operational Excellence
• MIS Reporting, Cross-Functional Coordination & Customer Service

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time equipment mobilization and demobilization.
• Fleet utilization and transportation efficiency.
• Transportation cost per movement.
• Budget adherence and logistics cost optimization.
• Vendor SLA compliance.
• Zero statutory or safety violations.
• Equipment delivery turnaround time.
• Reduction in equipment idle time.
• Customer satisfaction.
• Timely and accurate MIS reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience: 15+ Years
• BE/B.Tech (Mechanical/Automobile/Civil) or Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering
• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Logistics (Preferred)
• Preferred Industry: Construction Equipment Rental Heavy Equipment & Infrastructure EPC Projects Mining & Earthmoving Equipment Leasing & Asset Management