Location
Houston TX
Req. ID
0802
Job type
Full-Time
Compensation:
$130K + Commission + Bonus, PTOs & Benefits
Maxton Shipping is a well-established international freight forwarding company. We are looking for a talented Global Operations Director. The company is going through a digital transformation and global expansion in 2023. We are looking for an experienced Freight Forwarding / Logistics services operations leader who can develop a team of industry experts nationwide and globally.
Responsibilities
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Manage, build, and develop company departments through corporate strategy and infrastructure: Branches, Service Operations, IT, Marketing, HR, Accounting, and Compliance.
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Partner with the IT Department in implementing tech initiatives by adopting innovative operating procedures
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Communicate with critical vendors at the operations and administrative levels to ensure service quality is delivered on time
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Lead the team of Managers at the Country, Branch, and Department levels.
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Work with business development teams locally and internationally to setup a network of global branches.
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Develop the operational practices, marketing tactics, and manpower structure based on the business development plan
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Execute high-level business planning by implementing appropriate project management methodology and business administration
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Develop budget KPis and business reports
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Setup metrics for performance analysis at global and local levels
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Act as the escalation point and lead communication with governmental authorities, customers, vendors, and employees
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Maintain a positive work environment by integrating modern initiatives to enhance the retention of employees and continuous customers satisfaction
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Lead the Company and inspire coworkers to be proactive, pragmatic, confident, and united
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Continuously develop service solutions and transformation within the customer's supply chain.
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Provide or explain logistics solutions in regularly scheduled logistics meetings
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Travel internationally for logistics conferences, global team meetings, and customer presentations ( at least 25% of time)
Requirements
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Qualifications:
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Subject Matter Expert in the Global Freight Forwarding industry
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At least 10 years in the logistics industry with a minimum of 5 years in a Senior management
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Tech savvy in logistics operations software
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Understanding of the local FMC, DOT, and TSA regulations
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Understanding of international conventions of cargo transportation
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Proven track record of career development in the Supply Chain industry
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Effective team management and communication skills
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Excellent problem-solving competency
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Excellent presentation skills
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Ability to delegate and supervise
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Ability to multitask
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Ability to work weekends and after hours when required
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Ability to travel domestically and internationally at least 30% of the time
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Flexible work schedule
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Transportation industry enthusiast
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Must be able to work on-site at Houston ( Willowbrook), TX.