Vehicle Planning & Placement

- Arrange vehicles as per shipment requirements (size, type, capacity)
- Coordinate with transporters for timely vehicle placement
- Plan routes and dispatch schedules
- Ensure availability during peak load periods
- Allocate vehicles based on urgency and priority

Vendor & Driver Coordination

- Communicate with transport vendors / fleet owners
- Confirm vehicle details (number, driver name, documents)
- Track driver readiness and reporting time
- Resolve delays or last-minute cancellations
- Maintain transporter relationships

Load & Dispatch Coordination

- Coordinate with warehouse for loading schedules
- Ensure vehicle reaches loading point on time
- Share loading instructions with driver
- Monitor loading completion and departure time
- Confirm proper load securing

Tracking & Monitoring

- Track vehicles in transit (GPS / phone updates)
- Provide real-time updates to operations team
- Handle breakdowns, route issues, or delays
- Ensure on-time delivery performance

Documentation & Compliance

- Verify vehicle documents (RC, insurance, permits, fitness)
- Ensure driver documents are valid (license, ID)
- Maintain trip sheets,



PODs (Proof of Delivery)
- Ensure compliance with company and legal requirements
- Prepare dispatch reports

Cost Control & Negotiation

- Negotiate freight rates with transporters
- Optimize vehicle utilization
- Reduce empty runs and waiting time
- Control detention and demurrage costs

Issue Handling

- Manage vehicle shortages or emergency requirements
- Arrange backup vehicles if needed
- Handle accident or breakdown situations
- Coordinate for route diversions or regulatory issues

Reporting & Communication

- Maintain daily vehicle placement reports
- Update management on dispatch status
- Track transporter performance
- Maintain records of trips and billing details

Skills Required

- Robust coordination & communication skills
- Negotiation ability
- Time management
- Problem-solving mindset
- Knowledge of transport regulations
- Basic computer skills (Excel, transport software)

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits :

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Jr Transport Coordinator (Mumbai)
🏢 Plenova Supply Chain Private
📍 Mumbai