Job DescriptionRole PurposeThe Manager, Commercial Logistics and Supply Chain is responsible to develop and sell the DP World Freight Forwarding Service across Canada. This includes adding value to customers and supporting the Port and Terminal businesses. Also, directing the execution of the trading strategy for each of the Canada business units.
About the Role- Develop plans to implement DP world Canada Freight Forwarding strategy, including logistic parks, NVOCC/3rd Party Logistics, short sea shipping and the complete DP World Freight Forwarding product offering.
- Engage with cargo owners to ensure strong relationship management in coordination with the Commercial team; focusing on face-to-face customer interactions.
- Discover new business operations, analyze the contribution to our business and coordinate the resources required to implement new services, as required.
- Assess financial and economic issues to identify trade opportunities and risks.
- Collaborate with senior management by providing updates and solutions on areas related to the business impact of projects.
- Assist with pricing structure and financial models of the different services of DP World Freight Forwarding Services to assess the future profitability of business opportunities.
About You- Degree in business, commerce or a related field with knowledge of economics and quantitative analysis.
- Minimum 5 years of general management experience from another 3PL with NVOCC license is an asset.
- Successful management of all key stakeholder relationships including shareholders and external government agencies.
- High level analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills.
- Proven business acumen and experience with managing and understanding complex commercial contracts.
- Strong commitment to client service excellence with the ability to build solid relationships.
- Knowledge of statistics, analysis of macro-economic trends affecting the business, business metrics and financial basics.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and conduct formal presentations.
- Knowledge of strategic planning processes with the ability to develop short and long term project planning and manage the financial costs of projects
- Fluent in English.
- Previous Canadian work experience or experience working directly with Canadian industries.
About the TeamOur corporate head office houses our Shared Services team and is ideally located in the Metrotown Office Complex which features convenient accessibility from Downtown Vancouver and all surrounding communities. The office complex directly connects to BC's largest shopping center, provides access to the SkyTrain and is a quick stroll to Central Park.
Joining DP World means joining a people-oriented company. You will be amongst great colleagues, enjoying a relaxed environment that values your contributions. We pride ourselves on our openness, approachability, excellence in safety and customer service and our commitment to growth and innovation. We also offer top-notch benefits and perks, including an extensive extended health benefits plan, lifestyle spending account, pension with employer contributions, retirement savings plan, and support for professional development. On top of that, we realize it takes world-class people to run world-class operations, so we offer competitive total compensation packages.
