Regional Transport Manager

As a Senior-level Deputy General Manager (DGM) at Podar Education Network in Pune, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the school transport operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance. With a minimum of 7 to a maximum of 10 years of relevant work experience, you will play a key role in leading the transport team and enhancing the overall transport system. **Key Responsibilities:** - Oversee and manage the daily operations of the school transport system to ensure timely and safe transportation of students. - Implement internal audits regularly to maintain and improve safety standards and operational efficiencies of the transport system. - Lead and develop the transport team, ensuring adherence to organizational values and standards. - Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with applicable laws and guidelines. - Develop and manage budgets for the transport department, optimizing resource allocation and cost control. - Engage with vendors and service providers, negotiate contracts, and evaluate service delivery. - Address transport service-related issues or complaints to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction. - Provide training and development programs for transport staff to enhance their skills and knowledge. - Prepare and present reports on transport operations to management, offering insights and recommendations for improvements. **Qualifications and Skills Required:** - Proven track record in logistics operations, especially managing school transport systems effectively. - Strong experience in internal audits to ensure compliance and improve operational processes for school logistics. - Proficiency in team leadership to guide, mentor, and motivate transport department personnel effectively. - Thorough understanding of regulatory compliance specific to the educational transport sector. - Aptitude for budgeting to manage financial planning and expenditure control in the transport department. - Effective communication skills to coordinate with stakeholders like parents, students, and staff. - Analytical skills to assess transport operations and strategize for enhancements. - Decisive leadership skills in handling crisis situations and ensuring safety of students and staff. - Skill in using transport management software to streamline logistics operations and improve efficiency.,