Transport Manager

Best Global Logistics Technology Malaysia; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics technology firm in Kuala Selangor is seeking a Transportation Manager to oversee daily transport activities, manage the fleet of vehicles, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in transportation management and strong communication skills in Mandarin. This role is critical to improving operational efficiency and achieving delivery KPIs.

Benefits

Annual Salary Increments

Bonuses based on performance

Medical Coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation management.
• Familiar with West Malaysia / East Malaysia logistics network.
• Able to handle on-call duties during critical operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor daily transport activities.
• Manage fleet and ensure optimal deployment.
• Oversee route scheduling and improve turnaround time.
• Liaise with sorting centers and operations teams.

Skills

Transportation management

Fleet management

Cost reduction initiatives

Mandarin communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Job description

Annual Salary Increments & Bonuses (Based on Work Performance)

Medical Coverage

Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily internal linehaul and hub-to-hub transport activities.

Manage the fleet of vehicles (owned or outsourced) and internal drivers to ensure optimal deployment.

Oversee route scheduling to improve turnaround time, reduce cost, and meet delivery KPIs.

Ensure proper vehicle maintenance schedules and monitor fuel usage and transport efficiency.

Monitor transport cost and performance KPIs, and initiate improvements where necessary.

Liaise with sorting centers, operations teams, and external vendors for smooth parcel movement.

Maintain records of shipment logs, incident reports, and driver performance.

Ensure compliance with road transport regulations, safety, and company SOPs.

Handle emergencies such as vehicle breakdowns, route disruptions, and delays.

Propose and implement cost-saving initiatives and process automation where applicable.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Transportation management and leadership roles, preferably in a fast‑paced retail distribution or logistics environment.

Familiar with West Malaysia / East Malaysia logistics network and road routes.

Experience managing 3rd‑party linehaul vendors.

Able to handle on‑call duties during critical operations.

Prioritize for Mandarin speaker to effectively communicate with Mandarin‑speaking clients (Professional proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing).