Manager, Sea Freight
Job Summary
Job Req Number: 112858
Time Type: Full Time
Are you passionate about putting customers first delivering the best performance and fostering true collaboration to keep the supply chains flowing Join us and be a part of DSVs global family.
DSV Air & Sea is seeking to hire a skilled and passionate Manager Sea Freight in Port of Brisbane.
TheSeafreightManageris responsible forthe overall business and financial operation of allseafreightfiles for the branch. As well as leading a team ofseafreightoperators the position will have responsibility for achieving and reporting on KPIs.This role is critical inmaintainingdepartment costsoptimizingdepartmental productivity and supporting the Branch Manager whererequired.
Your typical day at DSV:
- Lead develop and engage the Seafreight team setting clear performance expectations driving accountability and building future leadership capability through coaching and succession planning.
- Oversee endtoend import and export seafreight operations ensuring compliance with DSV Blueprints customs regulations QHSE standards and customer SLAs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and suppliers acting as an escalation point for service issues and partnering with sales on growth opportunities tenders and RFQs.
- Monitor operational performance and KPIs identifying risks and implementing process improvements to optimise productivity service quality and cost control.
- Manage the departments financial performance preventing revenue leakage improving cost accuracy analysing profitability and providing regular performance and financial reporting.
- Promote a strong QHSE culture ensuring safety compliance risk management and environmental responsibility are embedded across all seafreight operations.
About you:
- Minimum 57 years experience in international freight forwarding with at least 3 years in a leadership role within seafreight operations.
- Proven capability to lead motivate and develop highperforming teams in a fastpaced operational environment.
- Strong knowledge of international shipping practices customs requirements compliance obligations and industry regulations.
- Excellent stakeholder management communication and negotiation skills with demonstrated success in building and retaining key client relationships.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to analyse performance manage costs and drive profitable growth.
- A resilient strategic leader with a customerfirst mindset high attention to detail and a continuous improvement approach.
Why DSV
Working at DSV means playing in a different a global leader in transport and logistics we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Lets grow together as we continue to innovate digitalise and build on our close to 150000 colleagues in over 90 countries we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV performance is in our DNA. We dont just work we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players accountability and action. We value inclusivity embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company this is the place to be. Start here. Go anywhere.
At DSV we believe diversity gives us a competitive edge and as such we value the diverse backgrounds and experiences that people bring to our business. We welcome everyone from all walks of life including First Nations Peoples Veterans and people of all ages genders and abilities. Everyone should feel welcome here. Were all about hiring the best talent. We want a team thats as diverse and dynamic as our communities. and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Global transport and logistics - road, air, sea, rail freight and warehousing. Contact us today.