- Yard & Vehicle Storage Management:
- Supervise the organization and management of the vehicle yard, ensuring efficient use of space and proper storage of vehicles.
- Implement safety protocols and security measures to protect the vehicles and ensure the yard is clean, organized, and safe.
- Monitor vehicle status and maintain accurate records of stored vehicles, including tracking availability and condition.
- Vehicle Dispatch & Coordination:
- Ensure timely and accurate dispatch of vehicles, coordinating closely with the dispatch team, customers, and logistics service providers.
- Monitor the progress of vehicle dispatches to ensure all deliveries are executed on time and in compliance with customer requirements.
- Handle urgent and last-minute dispatch requests effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to operation
- Preventive Maintenance Management:
- Develop and oversee preventive maintenance programs for aging vehicles to ensure they remain in operational condition and avoid unexpected breakdowns.
- Co ordinate with stakeholders for rework of the vehicles & Track and monitor the corrective actions
- Track and maintain PMS checklist records, ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Logistics Service Provider Coordination:
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with logistics service providers (e.g., transporters, freight forwarders, and third-party contractors).
- Negotiate and manage contracts with service providers to ensure competitive rates, high-quality service, and on-time delivery.
- Ensure that logistics service providers adhere to agreed-upon standards and timelines for vehicle dispatch and delivery.
- Inventory & Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of all vehicles in the yard, including their status, maintenance schedules, and dispatch history.
- Ensure that all necessary paperwork for vehicle dispatch, including bills of lading and delivery confirmation, is completed and filed correctly.
- Quality Control & Issue Resolution:
- Monitor vehicle quality before dispatch to ensure that all vehicles meet the necessary standards and specifications.
- Address any issues that arise in the dispatch process, including delays, damages, or documentation errors, and resolve them in a timely manner.
- Team Management:
- Lead and supervise yard staff, including maintenance technicians, dispatchers, and logistics coordinators.
- Provide training and guidance to ensure efficient operations, compliance with safety standards, and high-quality customer service.
- Foster a positive work environment and maintain effective communication within the team.
- Reporting & Performance Analysis:
- Regularly report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to yard management, vehicle dispatch times, and maintenance schedules.
- Analyze dispatch performance and vehicle uptime, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Yard & Vehicle Storage Management:
- Supervise the organization and management of the vehicle yard, ensuring efficient use of space and proper storage of vehicles.
- Implement safety protocols and security measures to protect the vehicles and ensure the yard is clean, organized, and safe.
- Monitor vehicle status and maintain accurate records of stored vehicles, including tracking availability and condition.
- Vehicle Dispatch & Coordination:
- Ensure timely and accurate dispatch of vehicles, coordinating closely with the dispatch team, customers, and logistics service providers.
- Monitor the progress of vehicle dispatches to ensure all deliveries are executed on time and in compliance with customer requirements.
- Handle urgent and last-minute dispatch requests effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to operation
- Preventive Maintenance Management:
- Develop and oversee preventive maintenance programs for aging vehicles to ensure they remain in operational condition and avoid unexpected breakdowns.
- Co ordinate with stakeholders for rework of the vehicles & Track and monitor the corrective actions
- Track and maintain PMS checklist records, ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Logistics Service Provider Coordination:
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with logistics service providers (e.g., transporters, freight forwarders, and third-party contractors).
- Negotiate and manage contracts with service providers to ensure competitive rates, high-quality service, and on-time delivery.
- Ensure that logistics service providers adhere to agreed-upon standards and timelines for vehicle dispatch and delivery.
- Inventory & Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of all vehicles in the yard, including their status, maintenance schedules, and dispatch history.
- Ensure that all necessary paperwork for vehicle dispatch, including bills of lading and delivery confirmation, is completed and filed correctly.
- Quality Control & Issue Resolution:
- Monitor vehicle quality before dispatch to ensure that all vehicles meet the necessary standards and specifications.
- Address any issues that arise in the dispatch process, including delays, damages, or documentation errors, and resolve them in a timely manner.
- Team Management:
- Lead and supervise yard staff, including maintenance technicians, dispatchers, and logistics coordinators.
- Provide training and guidance to ensure efficient operations, compliance with safety standards, and high-quality customer service.
- Foster a positive work environment and maintain effective communication within the team.
- Reporting & Performance Analysis:
- Regularly report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to yard management, vehicle dispatch times, and maintenance schedules.
- Analyze dispatch performance and vehicle uptime, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Education: Diploma in Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics or yard management, with at least 2 years in vehicle dispatch and storage operations.
- Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of vehicle storage, preventive maintenance, and dispatch management processes.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work with and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers.
- Familiarity with fleet maintenance and repair practices.
- Proficiency in inventory management and logistics software.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in the commercial vehicle or automotive industry.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements in vehicle transportation and maintenance.
At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company.
Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.
