Ocean Import - Assistant Manager

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Objective To further develop the Ocean Import product in the marketplace through focus on Operations, Finances, Sales, People, Systems, and Culture in adherence to the company’s policy and procedures. Tasks and Duties 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. Support product with checking local charges and agreement quotes to ensure we minimize potential branch losses. Have thorough knowledge of the Ocean Import product. 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. Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into your department. Grow department Revenue in line with District budget target and management expectations. Supporting with BNP, AJAX, CLH, and internal financial reports to 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) 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 involved and suggest system/process improvements. 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.

This section lists physical demands required of this job. Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc. Write with pencil/pen/marker Functions performed primarily while seated at desk Qualifications College/University or equivalent business qualifications Minimum 7 to 10 years Expeditors’ or industry experience Strong planning and organizing skills Conflict resolution Listening skills Providing feedback Teamwork Building team