Transportation Planning Manager Kellogg Brown & Root International Inc.

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Posted 2 hrs ago

Experience

15 - 20 Years

Job Location

Al Basrah (Iraq) - Iraq

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement comprehensive transportation plans supporting mobilization, demobilization, site access, and on-site movement of people and assets.
  • Create and optimize routing, scheduling, and fleet utilization to maximize efficiency, safety, and on-time performance.
  • Manage third-party transport providers and in-house fleet operations, including contract management, performance monitoring, and cost control.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, road safety standards, permits, visas/work authorization, and company policies; coordinate with security and risk teams on transport-related security measures.
  • Conduct risk assessments for transport operations, implement mitigations, and lead incident investigations related to transportation.
  • Develop and manage transportation budgets, forecast demand, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, fuel efficiency, utilization rates, and incident rates.
  • Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, and supply chain teams to align inbound/outbound material flow with project schedules.
  • Plan for contingencies (weather, security incidents, road closures) and maintain continuity of transport services.
  • Maintain accurate transportation records, compliance documentation, vehicle maintenance logs, and incident reports.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training for transport personnel.
  • Liaise with local authorities, port/airport authorities (if applicable), and vendor partners to ensure smooth operations.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Transportation Planning, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline).
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in transportation planning, logistics, or fleet management, preferably within large-scale industrial, construction, or multinational environments.
  • Proven experience managing complex transport operations, fleet management, and vendor contracts in challenging or remote locations.
  • Strong understanding of safety, security, and regulatory requirements as they pertain to transportation.

Technical Skills

  • Transportation Planning and Route Optimization
  • Fleet Management and Vehicle Maintenance Oversight
  • Logistics Collaboration and Inventory Coordination
  • Vendor Management and Contract Administration
  • Safety, Compliance, and Risk Assessment
  • Data Analysis and Reporting (MS Office, transport management systems)
  • KPI Development and Performance Monitoring
  • Incident Investigation and Corrective Action

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

  • Construction
  • Civil Engineering

Department / Functional Area

  • Logistics
  • Supply Chain

Keywords

  • Transportation Planning Manager
  • Transportation Planner

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Kellogg Brown & Root International Inc.

A leading construction company.

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