Transport Operations Planner

Tawteen; Muscat; On-site; OMR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tawteen in Oman is seeking a Transport Planner to optimize road transport operations, plan routes, schedule shipments and ensure timely deliveries while considering cost, regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction.

You will monitor performance, coordinate with suppliers and customers, and ensure accuracy of transport documentation and invoicing within the Transport Management System. A related degree and strong analytical skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in related field.
• Experience in logistics or supply chain environment.
• Knowledge of GCC road transport regulations.
• Ability to plan routes and schedules and manage transportation documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate road transportation activities to ensure timely deliveries.
• Develop transportation schedules and coordinate shipment planning.
• Optimize resource utilization for efficiency.
• Prepare shipment documentation per regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Coordinate customs clearance activities with stakeholders.
• Verify invoices and services against rates and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Road transport networks

Transport regulations

Transport planning

Shipment scheduling

Documentation management

Customs coordination

Supplier invoice verification

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Management

Job description

Job Purpose

As a Transport Planner you will play a vital role in optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of road transport operations You will be responsible for planning routes scheduling shipments and ensuring timely deliveries while considering factors such as cost regulatory compliance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction

Key Responsibilities

amp Accountabilities

Strategic

• Conduct regular performance evaluations of transportation service providers
• Track and monitor transportation metrics and Key Performance Indicators KPIs
• Stay updated on industry developments market trends and customer requirements
• Monitor and optimize transportation costs while identifying and proactively mitigating transportation risks
• Analyze transportation data to identify opportunities for operational improvement
• Prepare transportation performance reports and provide recommendations to management

Operational

• Plan and coordinate road transportation activities to ensure efficient and timely deliveries
• Develop transportation schedules and coordinate shipment planning
• Optimize resource utilization to maximize operational efficiency
• Prepare shipment documentation in accordance with operational and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate customs clearance activities with relevant stakeholders
• Verify transportation suppliers invoices and services against agreed rates and contractual requirements
• Resolve transportation-related operational issues in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations company policies and safety standards
• Create update and manage transport jobs within the Transport Management System ensuring accurate and timely data entry
• Process and update transport-related invoices in the system ensuring billing accuracy and compliance with approved rates and billing requirements

People

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transport operations
• Act as the primary liaison between customers drivers suppliers customs clearance agencies and internal stakeholders
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers suppliers and internal teams to ensure high levels of service and customer satisfaction

Minimum Experience

Experience working within a logistics transportation freight forwarding or supply chain organization

Job Specific Skills

Functional Skills

• Knowledge of road transportation networks and transportation regulations within the GCC region
• Understanding of transportation compliance requirements relevant safety standards and risk management practices
• Proficiency in transport planning shipment scheduling documentation management customs coordination supplier invoice verification and Transport Management Systems TMS

Behavioural Skills

• Excellent communication coordination and organizational skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to adapt to changing operational priorities and business requirements
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in planning documentation and system updates
• Strong customer service orientation and stakeholder management skills

Education

Bachelors degree or diploma equivalent qualification in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Management, or a related field