Traffic Executive

Job Title: Traffic Executive
Experience: 5-7 Years
Industry: Logistics / Transportation / Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Traffic Executive to manage day-to-day transportation operations and ensure the timely movement of goods. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in vehicle placement, transporter coordination, freight negotiation, shipment tracking, and customer communication. The role requires strong coordination and problem-solving skills to ensure smooth logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Arrange FTL (Full Truck Load) and PTL (Part Truck Load) vehicles based on customer and sales team requirements.
• Coordinate with transporters, brokers, and drivers to ensure timely vehicle placement.
• Monitor vehicle movement from pickup to final delivery.
• Ensure vehicles are in good condition and suitable for transportation.
• Coordinate with customers and warehouses to ensure timely loading and dispatch.
• Track shipments and ensure deliveries are completed within committed timelines.
• Follow up on unloading activities and resolve delivery delays by coordinating with customers and transporters.
• Collect Proof of Delivery (POD) via WhatsApp immediately after delivery and ensure receipt of the original signed POD.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of transport vendors and brokers.
• Negotiate freight rates with transporters, brokers, and customers.
• Follow up on freight payments and maintain proper transportation records.
• Prepare transportation reports and update shipment status regularly.
• Perform additional operational responsibilities assigned by the reporting manager.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of FTL and PTL transportation operations
• Vehicle placement and fleet coordination
• Vendor and transporter management
• Freight rate negotiation
• Shipment tracking and dispatch coordination
• POD management
• Customer relationship management
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Basic knowledge of MS Excel and ERP/TMS systems
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple shipments simultaneously

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline (preferred).
• 5-7 years of experience in logistics, transportation, fleet management, or traffic operations.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience in logistics, transport, or freight forwarding companies.
• Strong network of transporters and brokers.
• Excellent coordination, follow-up, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders while ensuring timely deliveries.