Strategic Transport Operations Leader (Singapore)

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD is seeking a capable transport operations leader to manage Singapore's transport function, driving service quality, cost efficiency, and productivity.

You will oversee fleet planning, route optimisation, carrier management, and continuous improvement initiatives, partnering with customers and internal teams to deliver scalable transport solutions and strong profitability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of experience in transport, logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations.
• Strong understanding of the Singapore transport and logistics market.
• Experience managing transport operations involving owned and outsourced resources.
• Proven people leadership, including leading managers or teams.
• Experience managing budgets, transport costs and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Singapore transport operations to achieve service, quality, cost, and productivity targets.
• Oversee fleet planning, route optimisation, transport execution, and carrier management activities.
• Ensure smooth and efficient day-to-day transport operations while maintaining high customer service standards.
• Manage transport partners and vendors to ensure operational performance and compliance.
• Drive operational improvements through process optimisation and best-practice initiatives.
• Partner with customers to understand requirements and deliver effective transport solutions.
• Support solution design, costing, and implementation of new business opportunities.
• Participate in customer reviews and business discussions to ensure service excellence and long-term partnerships.
• Work with internal commercial teams to support growth initiatives and operational readiness.

Skills

People leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Budget management

Operational excellence

Education

Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related

Tools

TMS

Transport planning tools

Job description

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD is seeking a capable transport operations leader to manage Singapore's transport function, driving service quality, cost efficiency, and productivity.

You will oversee fleet planning, route optimisation, carrier management, and continuous improvement initiatives, partnering with customers and internal teams to deliver scalable transport solutions and strong profitability.