Transport Lead - SME

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Role - Transport Lead

Location - Bangalore

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Position - Transport Lead / SME

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Transportation Lead / Subject Matter Expert to oversee and manage multi-city transportation operations, driving strategic planning, operational excellence, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and execute transportation strategies aligned with organizational objectives
• Optimize route planning and manage vehicle fleet operations
• Ensure timely deliveries and operational efficiency across multiple cities

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and supervise transportation teams including drivers, dispatchers, and logistics staff
• Set performance targets and conduct regular performance reviews
• Provide training and development opportunities to foster teamwork and skill enhancement

Financial Management

• Create and manage transportation budgets
• Monitor and control expenses including fuel costs, maintenance expenditures, and operational overhead
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with local and national transportation regulations
• Implement and monitor safety protocols across all operations
• Establish preventive maintenance procedures for fleet management

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with clients to understand transportation requirements
• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve issues promptly
• Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders

Operational Optimization

• Analyze transportation data to identify improvement opportunities
• Optimize delivery routes to reduce transit times and operational costs
• Implement digitalization processes to enhance efficiency and employee experience

Vendor & Contract Management

• Manage relationships with transportation vendors and suppliers
• Negotiate contracts and service level agreements
• Evaluate vendor performance and ensure quality standards

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Experience

• Proven track record managing multi-city transportation operations
• Extensive experience in logistics, fleet management, and route optimization
• Demonstrated success in team leadership and operational management

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in transportation management systems and logistics software
• Strong understanding of transportation regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience with digitalization initiatives and process improvement methodologies

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Budget management and financial acumen
• Focus on employee experience and team development

Sound like you? To apply you need to have:

A strong drive toward excellence

Working at JLL, you’ll see yourself working with many of the industry’s premier talents and innovators. That is why you must have a laser beam focus on excellence.

What we can do for you:

At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realize your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Location - Bangalore

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Location:

On-site –Bengaluru, KA

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

48

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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