Transport Supervisor

Meituan; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Jeddah is looking for an experienced professional to handle daily transport scheduling and optimise logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Logistics and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The role requires proficiency in Transport Management Systems and adaptability during peak operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Logistics or related fields.
• Minimum three years' experience in transport dispatch or logistics operations.
• Strong adaptability and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily transport scheduling between warehouses and service stations.
• Develop and optimise transport plans to enhance vehicle utilisation.
• Oversee third-party transport service providers' performance.

Skills

Logistics

Transport Management

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related fields

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

1- Responsible for daily transport scheduling between warehouses and service stations, ensuring timely and accurate completion of delivery tasks.

2- Develop and optimise transport plans and route arrangements to enhance vehicle utilisation and transport efficiency.

3- Coordinate drivers, vehicles, loading/unloading resources, and promptly address transport anomalies (delays, vehicle breakdowns, cargo damage, etc.).

4- Monitor delivery order execution to ensure timeliness and service quality meet company standards.

5- Establish and maintain transport ledgers and dispatch records, regularly producing analytical reports on transport data.

6- Oversee third-party transport service providers' performance to ensure compliance with service standards and contractual requirements.

7- Maintain seamless communication with relevant departments including warehousing and fulfilment centres to ensure coordinated supply chain operations.

Skills

1- Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain Management or related fields.

2- Minimum three years' experience in transport dispatch or logistics operations; candidates with warehouse-to-store/front-end warehouse distribution management experience preferred.

3- Familiarity with transport dispatch procedures and relevant regulations; understanding of general merchandise retail distribution characteristics and temperature control requirements advantageous.

4- Strong adaptability, organisational coordination and problem-solving capabilities.

5- Proficient in office software and Transport Management Systems (TMS), with strong data analysis capabilities.

6- Excellent communication and team management skills, capable of maintaining high efficiency in fast-paced environments.

7- Able to adapt to high-intensity operations during peak seasons and periods, with the capacity to handle unexpected anomalies and resolve issues.

8- fluent in either English or Arabic as a working language.