APL Logistics

Manager, International Freight Services

APL Logistics  •  Kingdom of Thailand (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the department and ensure coherence and
  • continuity
  • Close coordination with carriers, customers, shippers/consignees and suppliers to plan the most appropriate freight solutions
  • Carrier, freight contract and procurement management (ensure pricing competitiveness)
  • Liaise, coordinate and negotiate terms of carriage with carriers, shippers and consignees
  • Own, monitor and manage the unit’s financials and profitability. Review pricing strategies and conduct profit

margin analysis to maintain competitiveness;

  • Support commercial pursuits with competitive pricing and innovative solutions
  • Lead implementation and onboarding of new freight customers
  • Resolve service issues promptly; conduct root-cause analysis and develop corrective action plans. Escalate more complex cases to SQ team for guidance and alignment
  • Review processes and develop continuous improvement strategies to drive efficiencies and customer satisfaction
  • Liaise and coordinate with other internal stakeholders to ensure that the end-to-end freight process is seamless
  • Prepare accurate weekly performance reports for senior management
  • Coordinate with regional freight product teams to implement new freight products and solutions in Thailand
  • Manage the department’s budget and lead the IFS team to achieve financial targets, KPIs and customer satisfaction levels
  • Manage team members; recruit, train, manage performance.
  • At least 10 years of proven experience in the international freight logistics environment
  • Extensive experiences in servicing freight customers and highly capable to provide alternative solutions for customers related to international freight
  • Strong relationship and network with local offices of major carriers and local forwarders
  • In depth knowledge of international freight documentation procedures and flows.
  • Good knowledge of trade compliance requirements, IMO/DG regulations and other local regulatory requirements
  • Ability to work independently and able to supervise and track multiple processes
  • Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of freight and logistics platform. Familiarity with CargoWise is an advantage
  • Strong stakeholders (both internal and external) management skills.
  • Good English skills (spoken and written) and interpersonal skills
  • High analytical skill to keep track of vendors contract, freight profitability and productivity
  • High ability to handle unexpected issues pertaining to customers, vendors, and related part of logistics chain.
  • Monitor and manage KPIs
  • Lead, supervise, coach and train staff
APL Logistics

About APL Logistics

To stay ahead in today's global marketplace, your business needs a logistics partner that connects you to suppliers, vendors, and customers anywhere in the world – APL Logistics is that partner. Our operations span numerous continents, currencies, and customs – so your business grows even further.

APL Logistics designs and operates global supply chains that deliver products everywhere you need them. Our innovative end-to-end solutions use data connectivity for greater visibility and control. Providing the resources to support your supply chain, our services include:

- Supply chain design and engineering

- Shipment consolidation and deconsolidation

- Global freight forwarding and customs management

- Regional warehousing and distribution networks management

- IT solutions that increase supply chain performance within manageable costs

Today, APL Logistics is a globally recognized innovator in logistics and technology management. Our logistics professionals offer local expertise throughout our global network.

With over 20 million square feet of warehouse space, APL Logistics is the go-to global supply chain specialist for automotive, consumer, industrial, and retail companies.

APL Logistics offers the strength and experience our customers can rely on.

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Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Scottsdale, Arizona
Year Founded
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