TRANSPORT PLANNER CUM CONTROLLER

NKY FREIGHT FORWARDING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

NKY FREIGHT FORWARDING PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a Transport Planner to plan daily transport jobs, optimize routes, and monitor movements. You will handle ad-hoc requests, allocate appropriate vehicles, and ensure compliance with SOPs and local regulations.

The role requires 2–3 years in transport planning or logistics, strong coordination, and good communication with drivers and clients. The position is on-site with opportunities to contribute to efficient delivery operations.

Qualifications

• Diploma/NITEC or equivalent qualification.
• 2-3 years of experience in transport planning, trucking, logistics or freight forwarding preferred.
• Knowledge of Singapore roads and local delivery locations is preferred.
• Basic understanding of import/export documentation and customs permits is preferred.
• Knowledge of DG transportation requirements will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assign daily transport jobs to drivers based on location, priority, vehicle availability, and requirements.
• Optimize truck utilization and route planning to reduce empty runs and mileage.
• Arrange ad-hoc, urgent and same-day transportation requests where possible.
• Ensure appropriate vehicle and equipment are assigned according to cargo type and customer requirements.
• Monitor drivers and vehicle movements throughout the day and follow up on collection, delivery and POD status.
• Update customers and internal teams on delivery status and operational issues; escalate major disruptions when needed.

Skills

Planning & coordination

Multitasking

Singapore geography

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

MS Excel

Outlook

Logistics systems

Team player

Education

Diploma/NITEC

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Logistics software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Transport Planning & Scheduling

• Plan and assign daily transportjobs to drivers based on delivery location, priority, vehicle availability, andoperational requirements.
• Optimize truck utilization androute planning to reduce empty runs, waiting time, and unnecessary mileage.
• Arrange ad-hoc, urgent andsame-day transportation requests where operationally possible.
• Ensure appropriate vehicle andequipment are assigned according to cargo type and customer requirements.
• Support planning for DG, reefer,overweight and special cargo where applicable.

Transport Control & Monitoring

• Monitor drivers and vehiclemovements throughout the day.
• Follow up closely on collection,delivery and POD return status.
• Proactively identify potentialdelays and take corrective action before they affect customer deliveryschedules.
• Coordinate with drivers when thereare traffic delays, equipment issues or changes in customer instructions.
• Ensure drivers receive completedelivery instructions and required documents before deployment.
• Update customers and internalteams promptly on delivery status, delays or operational issues.
• Escalate major incidents orservice disruptions to management when required.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure transport activities complywith company SOPs and applicable Singapore regulations.
• Ensure DG transportationrequirements are followed for regulated cargo.
• Verify that vehicles, drivers andsupporting documentation are suitable for the cargo being transported.
• Ensure drivers are briefed onsite-specific safety and delivery requirements.
• Report accidents, cargo damage,spills, vehicle breakdowns, or other incidents immediately.
• Support implementation ofTransport Emergency Response Plan (TERP) requirements where applicable.

Requirements

• Diploma / NITEC / Higher NITEC orequivalent qualification.
• Preferably 2–3 years of experience in transport planning, trucking, logistics, orfreight forwarding.
• Knowledge of Singapore roadsandlocal delivery locations is preferred.
• Basic understanding ofimport/export documentation and customs permits is preferred.
• Knowledge of DG transportationrequirements will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong planning and coordinationskills.
• Able to handle multiple jobssimultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Good geographical knowledge ofSingapore.
• Strong problem-solving anddecision-making ability.
• Able to communicate effectivelywith drivers, customers and internal teams.
• Good follow-up and attention todetail.
• Able to remain calm and respondquickly during operational disruptions.
• Good working knowledge ofMicrosoft Excel, Outlook and logistics systems.
• Team-oriented with a strong senseof responsibility and ownership.

Working Requirements

• Able to support transportoperations outside normal office hours when required.
• May be required to handle urgentoperational matters, early-morning deliveries or after-hours transportationarrangements.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-moving operational environment where schedules may change at short notice.