Ocean Export Supervisor

Job description

To further develop the Ocean Export product in the marketplace through focus on Operations, Finances, Sales, People, Systems, and Culture in adherence to the company’s policy and procedures. Ensure all customers standard operating procedures are followed as per the DLSOP Review and support with day-to-day quotations. Plan and support with huddles and monthly meetings to discuss market intelligence and delegate workloads within the team.

Take an active role in the transition of new business/ updates to existing business. Grow department Revenue in line with District budget target and management expectations. Support all compliance efforts and trainings. Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas to improve efficiency. Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into the department. Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors (Shipping lines, trucking companies, and others) Assist the Manager with EPE’s on the department in line with the 3+1 Initiatives. Assist the Manager with goal setting and monitoring development for key staff.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

Exceptional Customer Service: Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers. (This skill expectation applies both externally (customers, service providers) and internally (other Expeditors offices/employees).

Job Execution

Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network. All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations.

Reliability

Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize.

Collaboration

Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay.

Communication

Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and responds to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards.

Culture

Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humour, and Visionary.

Personal Growth and Development

Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate Product Supervisor Job-Specific Performance Expectations Financial Excellence : Applies exp.o accounting expertise to assist department leadership with meeting financial growth and cost savings goals, which may include: reviewing accounts receivable, analyzing billing activity for accuracy and timeliness and monitoring department profitability and expenses.

Operational Excellence

In conjunction with department leadership, monitors and improves product District Excellence and Global Business Operations metrics. Monitors department process flow while constantly looking for areas to improve efficiency and customer service. Assists with managing capacity and productivity of department and team members.

Employee Development

In conjunction with department leadership, properly on-boards new hires and ensures team members have clear expectations. Provides frequent feedback that is timely, accurate, and honest. Participates in regular one-one-ones and an annual review for employees. Assists manager with development plans for employees that addresses competency gaps and/or prepares employees for growth. Ensures employees complete 52 hours of relevant training each year and that required training is completed timely.

Fosters a climate of compliance within the team, including to company culture, internal policies and government regulations. Promotes employee engagement and team vision, commitment and trust. Develops a #2.

Business Development

Assists department leadership with growing the product's business through involvement in sales and retention programs. Responds to requests for proposal, quotation or information timely and with market-competitive pricing matching the scope of service required by the customer. Participates in the transition of new business and strives to build and maintain relationships with the key customer stakeholders that are managed on the team.

Qualifications

WHAT

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

YOU BRING TO US:

• Minimum
• 5 years Expeditors’ or industry experience
• Strong planning and organizing skills Conflict resolution Listening skills Providing feedback Teamwork Building team environment Coaching for development Customer focus Managing meetings Problem solving
• Process improvement Time management Software proficiency skills (e.g., MS Excel Formulas and Pivot Tables, MS Word)