Job Title:

Transport Manager

Department:

Transport / Logistics

Reporting To:

General Manager / Operations Head

Job Location:

Plant - Anandapuram, Palavasala Village, Visakhapatnam

Job Summary:

The Transport Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring all transportation activities to ensure the safe, timely, and cost-effective movement of goods. The role includes fleet management, driver supervision, compliance with transport regulations, vehicle maintenance, cost control, and coordination with internal departments and transport vendors.

Key Responsibilities:Fleet Management

- Manage the daily operations of company-owned and hired vehicles.
- Ensure maximum vehicle utilization and route optimization.
- Monitor vehicle availability and operational efficiency.

Transportation Planning

- Plan and schedule vehicle movements as per dispatch requirements.
- Coordinate with production, warehouse, purchase, and sales departments.
- Ensure on-time delivery of goods to customers and branches.

Driver Management

- Supervise drivers and transport staff.
- Prepare driver duty rosters and trip schedules.
- Monitor driver attendance, performance, and discipline.
- Conduct safety awareness and defensive driving training.

Vehicle Maintenance

- Schedule preventive maintenance and periodic servicing.
- Ensure vehicles are roadworthy and minimize breakdowns.
- Maintain records of repairs, insurance, permits, fitness certificates, and pollution certificates.

Cost Control

- Monitor fuel consumption and mileage.
- Control transportation expenses and improve cost efficiency.
- Verify transport bills, fuel bills, toll expenses, and repair invoices.

Compliance

- Ensure compliance with Motor Vehicle Act and other statutory requirements.
- Maintain all transport-related licenses, permits, and documentation.




- Ensure adherence to road safety standards and company policies.

Vendor Management

- Coordinate with transport contractors and fleet vendors.
- Negotiate transportation rates and service agreements.
- Evaluate vendor performance and ensure timely payments.

Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain trip sheets, log books, GPS reports, and fuel records.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly transport reports.
- Analyze transportation KPIs and recommend improvements.

Safety & Risk Management

- Investigate accidents and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitor GPS tracking and vehicle security.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or any related field.
- Additional certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is preferred.

Experience

- 5–10 years of experience in transport, fleet, or logistics management.
- Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, food processing, or plant operations is preferred.

Required Skills

- Fleet and transport management
- Route planning and scheduling
- Vendor and contractor management
- Cost analysis and budgeting
- Knowledge of transport laws and statutory compliance
- Solid leadership and team management
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP, and GPS tracking systems
- Good communication and negotiation skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- On-time delivery percentage
- Fleet utilization rate
- Fuel efficiency and mileage
- Vehicle breakdown frequency
- Transportation cost per trip/ton
- Driver productivity
- Accident and safety compliance rate
- Vehicle maintenance turnaround time
- Customer delivery satisfaction
- Compliance with statutory transport requirements

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Transport Manager (India)
🏢 NAGA HANUMAN CORPORATE OFFICE
📍 India