Vice President - Driver Management

The position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of handling and managing more than 2,000 drivers within the organization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring efficient utilization of driver resources, maintaining high safety and compliance standards, and achieving operational goals while meeting customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities
1. Driver Management
Recruit, train, and onboard drivers in accordance with company standards and statutory requirements.
Ensure drivers comply with internal policies, safety norms, and regulatory guidelines.
Assign drivers to routes and schedules based on workload, demand, and availability.
Monitor driver performance related to safety, punctuality, discipline, and customer service.
Address driver grievances, absenteeism, and performance issues effectively.
2. Fleet Coordination & Management
Coordinate with the workshop, maintenance and operations teams to ensure vehicles with proper deployment of drivers.
Monitor vehicle inspections, registrations, permits, insurance, and statutory renewals.
Utilize GPS tracking and route planning tools to monitor driver movement in real time.
Adjust routes and driver allocations based on traffic, breakdowns, or operational changes.
4. Compliance & Safety Management
Ensure compliance with transport regulations, including driver eligibility, and vehicle norms.
Conduct periodic safety training and awareness programs for drivers.
Attend / Investigate accidents, violations, and incidents, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
5. Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time performance, driver productivity, fuel efficiency, and safety metrics.
Prepare regular operational reports for management review.
Implement improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve driver discipline and performance.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field, with minimum 5 years experience in drivers management/handling.
Strong knowledge of transport laws, safety standards, and fleet operations.