Director of Operations
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Job Location:
Laredo, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Directs Brokerage operations to ensure that the Brokerage staff executes customs entry services at /or above the clients standards.
- Maximize profitability through superior client service effective and prompt communications and follow-up on all pending matters with internal and external stakeholders.
- Effective and prompt communications and follow-up on all pending matters with Customs
- Plan and monitor daily staffing schedules and adjusts accordingly to ensure adequate staffing levels that support operational demands and business objectives.
- Manage revenue and expenses to budget constraints.
- Responsible to train develop and motivate employees to peak performance and growth in their knowledge and responsibilities
- Ability to manage the financial aspects of the department (purchasing budget preparation and review financial reporting and monitoring expenses).
- Audit Brokerage sites throughout the US in accordance with C-TPAT and Customs guidelines.
- Oversee and direct performance management of Brokerage staff
- Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Talking hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment
- Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
- Job may require extended sitting or standing use of standard office equipment.
- Job will require regular and punctual attendance as well as presence on-site at the assigned work location.
OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Excellent oral and written communication skills internally and external customers
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent management and leadership skills with ability to motivate a team to achieve operational excellence
- Exceptional critical thinking and attention to detail and timely resolutions
- Demonstrate SME in US Customs entry processes
- Extensive client service skills
- Thorough knowledge of Customs Brokerage Principles
- Proficient in any Customs Brokerage software system
- Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite 365 Products
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to manage P&L budget
- Ability to shift priorities in high pressure environment
- Proven success delegating tasks within the team to achieve optimal results
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors Degree in International Business Transportation Finance or related discipline preferred
- Minimum ten years industry-related experience in US Customs Brokerage
- Minimum five years managerial experience required
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
- Must have US Customs Brokerage License
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE
At Crane we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.
We offer:
- Quarterly Incentive Plan
- 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
- Excellent Medical Dental and Vision benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
- Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
- Employee Discounts
- Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges in addition to a discount on contribution rates
Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
More Information: benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Risk Management
- Negiotiation
- Operational management
- Smartsheets
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Financial Planning
About Company
Crane Worldwide Logistics provides top-class logistics solutions. Whether you're looking for Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding, Air Freight, Ocean Freight (FCL & LCL), Rail Freight, Trucking, Shipping, Warehousing, or Customs Brokerage, we are your nearby 3PL provider. Get a ... View more
