Operations Manager- Land Freight

· Transport & Trucking Expertise: Strong knowledge of various trucks, trailers, cross-border transportation, and special cargo requirements.· Cargo & Route Planning: Handle normal, out-of-gauge, sensitive, and special cargo while identifying permits, challenges, and cost-effective routes.· Transport Sourcing: Source reliable trucks, drivers, transport companies, and brokers at competitive rates.· Supplier & Driver Network: Build and maintain long-term relationships with transport providers and develop a strong pool of drivers to ensure continuous truck availability.· Operations Coordination: Monitor the operations team, allocate tasks effectively, and coordinate with the Sales Team to ensure smooth and efficient transportation operations.· Lead & Develop the Team: Supervise and develop operations staff, set KPIs, conduct performance evaluations, and promote accountability and continuous improvement.· Operations Management: Establish and implement SOPs, delegate tasks effectively, prioritize urgent jobs, and ensure smooth daily operations.· Problem Solving & Compliance: Provide expert solutions for customs clearance delays, documentation issues, shipment handling, and other operational challenges.· Cost & Profitability Management: Optimize freight costs, routing, and resources while identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.· Supplier & Performance Management: Manage supplier relationships, conduct regular performance reviews, analyze operational and financial data, and provide management with timely performance updates.

Requirements

· · Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.· 7+ years of experience in logistics, freight forwarding, transportation, or operations management, with proven team leadership experience.· Strong knowledge of shipping, transportation, customs clearance, documentation, and logistics operations.· Proven ability to manage teams, set KPIs, improve operational performance, and implement SOPs.· Strong skills in cost control, budgeting, supplier management, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.· Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and negotiation skills.· Ability to analyze operational and financial data, prepare reports, and provide recommendations to management.· Experience managing transporters, shipping lines, suppliers, and logistics service providers.· Good knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel, and experience using logistics/ERP systems.· UAE logistics experience and knowledge of local customs and transportation procedures will be an advantage.· · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.· . Valid driving license.Experience:· Landfreight Operations: 7 years (Required)