Trucking Ops & Container Planning Supervisor

Job Responsibility

• Develop container usage plans aligned with shipment requirements, optimize capacity utilization, and minimize costs from idle or empty returns.

• Shipment monitoring: Oversee daily export and import trucking operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

• Documentation control: Ensure all recording and reporting of shipment data, including export/import logs and customer invoices filing neatly.

• Cost & Efficiency Control: Control trucking and container operational costs, analyze route efficiency, and recommend improvements to reduce expenses.

• Vendor KPI management: Monitor vendor performance against agreed KPIs, provide feedback, and escalate issues when necessary.

• Reporting: Consolidate daily operational reports and monthly summaries for management review.

• Problem resolution: Handle operational issues, coordinate with vendors/customers, and implement corrective actions.

• Team Supervision : Lead and guide the operations team, provide work instructions, evaluate performance, and foster cross‑department collaboration (warehouse, customer service, and planning).

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in trucking operations, container planning, or logistics management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

• Strong leadership and problem‑solving skills, ability to manage cross‑functional teams, and proven track record in operational efficiency improvement.

• In‑depth knowledge of trucking regulations, container logistics, and supply chain processes.

• Proficiency in route planning, fleet management systems, and tracking tools.

• Strong analytical skills for cost control and efficiency optimization.

• Excellent communication skills in English (and local language if required).

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel & PowerPoint)