School Bus Transportation Manager Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Transportation Coordinator to oversee the smooth operation of our school bus transportation system.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics, transportation management, and team leadership. They will be responsible for coordinating with private bus companies, negotiating contracts, monitoring performance, and ensuring high standards of service delivery.
1. Coordinate and manage all school bus routes for morning and afternoon services.
2. Negotiate contracts with bus companies, monitor performance, and ensure high standards of service delivery.
3. Conduct regular communications, consultations, and training with partners to drive continuous improvement in operations.
Additionally, the Transportation Coordinator will be responsible for:
* Route Planning and Budget Management:
o Coordinate and manage all school bus routes for morning and afternoon services.
o Identify buses with low passenger numbers for possible reassignment or cancellation to save costs.
* Student Registration and Data Management:
o Ensure effective registration of students and staff for our private bus system.
o Process re-registrations, update records, enter bus details into the IT system, and enroll new students.
The Transportation Coordinator will also be responsible for:
* Developing communication strategies to keep all stakeholders informed about updates and changes in transportation services.
* Liaising with bus companies to verify new routes and address any potential issues.
* Following up with families who have not responded to transportation re-registration or submitted incomplete contracts.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A degree in Business Administration, Transportation Management, Logistics, or a comparable education and experience.
* More than 5 years of professional experience in a senior role in transportation/logistics management, ideally within the education sector or a similar environment.
* Excellent hands-on organizational and time management skills, stress resistance, and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to think strategically while managing operational details daily with resilience.
* Interpersonal and communication skills both in English and German.
Benefits
This is a challenging and exciting position in a unique, international school environment. As a member of our team, you can expect:
* Effective cooperation in a professional and caring team with positive team spirit.
* Learning and development opportunities for personal and professional growth.
* An initially 2-year contract, with the possibility to extend it indefinitely.
* An excellent benefits package: monthly salary, 13th month salary, holiday bonus, meal allowance, and modern working environment.
We look forward to hearing from you if you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge.