To further develop the endtoend Ocean Freight Services product in the marketplace through focus on Operations Finances Sales People Systems and Culture in adherence to the companys policy and procedures.
- Create and maintain an effective department organization chart which is designed for flexibility and growth.
- Prepare execute monitor and update the department business plan at regular intervals.
- Monitor and improve key departmental productivity.
- Review and support with daytoday quotations
- Support product with checking local charges and agreement quotes to ensure we minimize potential branch losses.
- Thorough knowledge of endtoend ocean freight services covering import and export accros all products including FCL and LCL.
- Plan and support with huddles and monthly meetings to discuss market intelligence and delegate workloads within the team.
- Attend the weekly branch Sales meeting and facilitate discussions on Ocean Freight Services with market updates and trends.
- Take an active role in the transition of new business/ updates to existing business.
- Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into your department.
- Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.
- Grow department Revenue in line with District budget target and management expectations.
- Ensure that the department is showing clean financial accounting throughout all financial reports.
- Maintain a positive relationship with the Trade Compliance Manager and support all compliance efforts and trainings.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors (Shipping lines trucking companies and others)
- Review and conduct staff appraisals and one on one meeting timely in line with the 31 Initiative
- Assist supervisor and key staff with goal setting and monitoring development.
Qualifications :
- University or equivalent business qualifications
- Minimum 15 years Expeditors or industry related experience of which a minimum 3 years in a leadership position with a team management experience
- Proven problem solving interpersonal communication and leadership skills
- Good computer skills (e.g. MS Excel MS Word)
- Fluent in English
Additional Information :
Employee Benefits:
- Paid Vacation Holiday Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical
- Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime