Job Summary: The Trucking Operations  Officer is responsible for the seamless coordination of end-to-end ground operations within the Air Gateway hub. This role serves as the central point of control for managing third-party trucking vendors and warehouse providers to ensure cargo is moved efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Transportation & Fleet Coordination

· Schedule and book trucks for cargo pickup, port/warehouse deliveries, and cross-docking.

Compare rates from different vendors, calculate cargo volumes and book cross border trucks

· Track truck movements in real-time, ensuring on-time arrivals and resolving delays/issues.

· Manage transportation costs.

Warehouse Management

· Manage warehouse bookings, allocation, and daily operations (inbound/outbound logistics).

· Oversee inventory accuracy, storage optimization, and compliance with safety regulations.

· Coordinate with warehouse vendors to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency.

Cost Control & Reconciliation

· Maintain weekly/monthly cost reports for warehouse and transportation expenses.

· Reconcile vendor invoices (trucking companies, warehouses) against contracts and actual usage.

· Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency improvements.

Vendor Relationship Management

· Evaluate and onboard new warehouse and trucking vendors based on performance and rates.

· Monitor vendor KPIs (eg, on-time delivery, damage rates) and conduct regular reviews.

· Address vendor disputes and ensure contractual compliance.

Documentation & Reporting

· Prepare operational reports (weekly/monthly) for management review.

· Ensure accurate documentation for cargo handovers, invoices, and compliance records

Specific Activities

· Carrying out any other duties as assigned.