Lead a sizable team. Manage containers flow in a time & cost-effective way. Being agile in reacting changing market to achieve business growth.
This role will manage systems, information and processes to ensure timely, cost-effective availability of containers when and where required within ESL’s network.
Working with local agencies on export forecasts, source containers from inbound ships, sellers of used containers, and container leasing companies while ensuring containers meet the ESL quality standards.
Managing the Maintenance and Repair processes and oversee and negotiate all relevant contracts, including contracts for procuring new equipment from manufacturers in China. An optimal container inventory level by size/type must always be maintained, including overseeing, planning and implementing equipment rejuvenation programs.
Responsibilities:
- Leads a team of 17 staff members, ensures the team understands the business goals & objectives & translate them into deliverables according to their roles. Delegates transparently with clarity; coaches and provides guidance, shares knowledges, market information & work with the team as a role model.
- Works closely with local agencies to ensure accuracy on equipment forecasts, manage timely and accurate information and a quick turnaround of containers at ports and inland locations (ICDs).
- Works with vendors to cabotage containers from surplus to demand locations to reduce empty repositioning costs.
- Works with suppliers and manufacturers to procure container equipment on competitive terms and conditions as per prevailing market conditions.
- Manages costs associated with containers’ movement i.e. from leasing companies to the port / one-way leasing / selling used containers on one-way journeys. Responsible for sourcing buyers in the market, setting guidelines and the cycle as a whole.
- Responsible for appointing leasing companies and explore SOC empty business opportunities.
- Oversees containers’ Maintenance and Repair work quality as per ESL standard, turnaround time and cost as per defined budget. Which involved depot audits, evaluating facilities and the accuracy of repair estimates.
- Negotiates with depots, maintenance and repair vendors and & other related contracts when required.
- Actively reviews & monitors vendors’ performance & yet maintains the collaborative partnership in ensuring they perform as per agreed standard.
- Ensures data accuracy of container tracking system to enable the management making informed decisions.
- Works with Process Excellence team to evaluate available software optimization programs for potential deployment and is responsible for continuously optimizing existing processes within the existing system (Genesis).
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field. Master’s degree is an added advantage.
- 10 years+ experience in container management / equipment flow within the shipping or logistics industry as a leadership role.
- Deep understanding of container management principles, industry trends and global shipping practices.
- Strong business acumen & network in Shipping industry in order to react to market changes swiftly.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex container management challenges and develop effective solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of managing teams, fostering a positive work environment and driving performance.
- Results-oriented mindset focusing on operational efficiency, cost reduction and customer satisfaction.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and work effectively in a dynamic & multi-cultural environment.
- Proficiency in using container management software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and other relevant tools.
- Ability to travel as required to manage equipment activities globally.
- This position will be based in Hong Kong, Singapore or Dubai.
Interested parties, please forward your full resume to career@emiratesline.com