Linehaul Transport Team Lead: Optimize Routes & Dispatch

DHL eCommerce; Puchong; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL eCommerce Malaysia is seeking a Transport Team Leader (Linehaul) to oversee linehaul operations, coordinate drivers and vendors, and monitor KPI performance. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and timely transit across the network.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in logistics, strong Bahasa, and leadership abilities to guide the team through daily challenges and maintain service levels. Eligible candidates apply now.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in logistics or transport.
• Strong Bahasa communication; English considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated leadership capability and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor in day-to-day linehaul and backhaul operations.
• Coordinate trucks for standby, inbound, outbound and priority.
• Execute linehaul plans to meet schedules and maximize bay utilization.
• Monitor loading bay availability and coordinate with Hub’s loading team.
• Understand sorting for better linehaul scheduling and adjustments.
• Plan route consolidations and reroutes to maximize truck space and dispatch volumes.
• Prepare truck manifests and ensure seals before departure.
• Generate operation reports and ensure data accuracy.
• Identify problems and implement corrective actions.
• Lead drivers according to KPI and SOP; inform drivers of route changes.
• Track truck movements to identify non-compliances and delays.
• Follow up with vendors on delays or issues and set new timelines.
• Report persistent driver/vendor issues to superiors and maintain schedule for driver breaks.
• Promote safe working policies and transport/regulatory compliance; report incidents.
• Provide timely updates to stakeholders on delays, accidents or breakdowns.
• Minimize idling and oversee maintenance alignment per guidelines.
• Lead linehaul team on KPI and SOP implementation; conduct daily briefings.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, safety, and responsibility.

Skills

3-5 years logistics experience

Bahasa proficiency

Leadership abilities

Job description

DHL eCommerce Malaysia is seeking a Transport Team Leader (Linehaul) to oversee linehaul operations, coordinate drivers and vendors, and monitor KPI performance. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and timely transit across the network.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in logistics, strong Bahasa, and leadership abilities to guide the team through daily challenges and maintain service levels. Eligible candidates apply now.