Head of Linehaul-Logistics

Daraz Express is looking for a strategic and operational leader to oversee its Linehaul function. This pivotal role involves designing, optimizing, and managing the entire inter-city transportation network that links Sort Centers and Last Mile operations nationwide. The successful candidate will ensure the timely, cost-effective, and reliable movement of packages between hubs while consistently meeting high service level agreements (SLAs). This position demands expertise in fleet management, vendor negotiation, and network planning, particularly within the e-commerce or third-party logistics (3PL) sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Network Strategy & Planning:
Develop and refine the national linehaul network to achieve an optimal balance between speed, cost, and capacity. Plan daily and weekly trunking schedules based on volume forecasts from Sort Centers. Identify opportunities to consolidate routes, utilize back-hauls, and improve hub-to-hub efficiency.

Vendor & Fleet Management:
Manage relationships with 3PL partners and private fleet owners. Lead tendering processes, negotiate contracts, and finalize rates for linehaul services. Monitor vendor performance against key performance indicators such as on-time departures and arrivals, vehicle utilization, and damage rates.

Operational Excellence & Cost Control:
Own the profit and loss responsibility for the Linehaul department. Drive initiatives aimed at reducing cost per package continuously. Implement real-time tracking and visibility solutions for all inbound and outbound trunk movements. Minimize idle time at sort centers through improved scheduling and dock management coordination.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with Sort Center Heads to synchronize inbound and outbound flows with sorting capacity. Collaborate with Last Mile teams to ensure smooth and timely handover of packages for final delivery. Partner with Procurement to standardize vehicle specifications and fuel management policies.

Team Leadership & Compliance:
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of Linehaul Managers and Coordinators. Ensure all operations comply with local transport regulations, safety standards, and insurance requirements. Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making and accountability throughout the team.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Cost Per Package (CPP): Achieve target linehaul costs through network optimization.
- Transit Compliance: Ensure trucks arrive and depart within scheduled windows.
- Vehicle Utilization: Maximize load factor per trip.
- Damage/Loss Rate: Minimize shrinkage during transit.
- Vendor Compliance: Maintain adherence to SLA terms by 3PL partners.

Required Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:
A minimum of 10 years in logistics or supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role focused on linehaul or freight management. Proven experience within e-commerce, 3PL, or retail distribution networks is essential. Experience managing large fleets (50+ vehicles) or multi-vendor ecosystems is required.

Skills & Competencies:
Strong analytical abilities with a deep understanding of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and GPS tracking technologies. Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills. Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Demonstrated leadership and change management capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
An MBA or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management is highly preferred, enhancing strategic insight and leadership effectiveness. While specific benefits are not detailed, this role offers the opportunity to lead a critical function within a dynamic and rapidly growing e-commerce logistics environment, with significant scope for impact and professional growth.