Technical Lead / IT Manager (Freight Technology)

Job Responsibilities Freight System Architecture & Roadmap • Design and maintain comprehensive system architecture diagrams for the freight ecosystem • Define the technical roadmap, aligning engineering initiatives with long-term business goals like scalability and digital transformation. Freight Operations Digitalisation & Automation • Translate business requirements into comprehensive system narratives and technical design specifications • Provide developers and vendors with detailed blueprints, including database schema designs (tables, columns, data types), UI/UX mockups, mapping logic, validation/error-handling rules, and audit logging frameworks Data Analytics, AI & Automation Engineering • Design, build, and maintain Power BI dashboards and automated reports to provide logistics stakeholders with real-time visibility into freight performance, operational bottlenecks, and financial KPIs. • Manage the end-to-end AI lifecycle, including the independent design, build, and production deployment of intelligent agents to automate manual freight processes. Systems Integration & Technology Ecosystem Management • Oversee integration with 3rd-party logistics platforms, ERP systems (e.g.,SAP), and freight vendors, managing technical relationships and SLAs. • Define and track critical technical and business KPIs (e.g., system uptime, API response times). • Conduct post-implementation audits to measure operational improvements Stakeholder & Business Partnership Management • Use data-driven scoring systems (e.g., RICE or WSJF) to prioritize the team's workload and balance new features against maintenance, security, and stability requirements. • Bridge the gap between freight operations and engineering by deconstructing complex needs (e.g., customs compliance, real-time tracking) into actionable user stories and technical specs Others • Undertake assigned projects or duties as directed by Management. Job Requirements • Background in Supply Chain, Logistics, freight operations environment or as a software developer/data engineer environments is an advantage • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and like to hands on experimentation of emerging technology • Ability to lead technical transitions, including staff training, system migrations, and "go-live" support projects. • Able to execute RFP/RFI processes for selecting vendors, focusing on technical flexibility and long-term supportability. • High level of expertise in Jira/Confluence for managing backlogs and cross-team dependencies. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and digital skills, with interest in AI-driven logistics / supply chain. • Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement abilities across internal and external partners. • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills • Detail-oriented with a proactive, hands-on approach. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities • Ability to lead cross-functional coordination and continuous-improvement / change management projects. • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Professional Qualifications & Relevant Experience • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, IT, or a related field. • 7–10 years in product management, with at least 3 years in a technical role within logistics or freight forwarding. • Industry certifications such as PMP, CSPO, CSCP is an advantage. Interested applicants please send your resume to venessagoh@recruitexpress.com.sg Venessa Goh Wee Ni R24124686 Recruit Express Pte Ltd EA License No: 99C4599 We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.