Transport Coordinator

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Transport Coordinator responsible for strategic planning and tactical execution of cargo movement, ensuring timely, safe, and efficient deliveries. Key Highlights: 1. Optimizes routes and monitors the performance of operational staff for efficiency. 2. Negotiates rates and manages satellite tracking of vehicles. 3. Prospects new customers and develops technical-commercial proposals. At VELKON, we transform end-to-end logistics into a competitive advantage. We optimize our clients’ supply chains through efficient freight transportation and continuous monitoring of every operation. Backed by a team with over 15 years of experience, we seek talent eager to join a high-performance environment with top-tier support: **Transport Coordinator** Responsible for strategic planning and tactical execution of cargo movement. The objective is to ensure goods reach their destination (customers, distribution centers, or warehouses) timely, safely, and at the lowest possible cost—leading owned or third-party fleets while ensuring compliance with MTC and SST regulations. **MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES** * Develop and assign efficient routes to optimize fuel consumption, delivery times, and mileage. * Monitor operational staff performance, assign vehicles, and coordinate preventive/corrective maintenance. * Conduct satellite tracking of vehicles, managing on-route incidents (delays, accidents, mechanical failures). * Negotiate rates with third-party carriers and ensure compliance with quality standards. * Verify that both drivers and vehicles possess all valid legal documentation required for transit. * Report service levels, delivery effectiveness (OTIF), transportation costs, and schedule adherence. * Ensure compliance with safety regulations during dispatch and transit. * Prospect new customers and generate business opportunities. * Develop technical-commercial proposals and quotations. * Negotiate rates, contracts, and service conditions. * Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers, identifying growth opportunities. **REQUIREMENTS** * Education: Bachelor’s or Technical degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Transportation Engineering, Logistics, or related fields. * Specialization: Certificates in Supply Chain or Warehouse Management are desirable. * Experience: Minimum 1 year in similar roles. * Intermediate Excel proficiency, GPS tracking software. * Solid knowledge of land transportation regulations, weight and dimension limits, and vehicle documentation (SOAT, inspections, driver licenses). Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Starting from S/.2,500.00 per month Work Location: On-site employment