Yusen Logistics Looking for Vice President- Air Freight Forwarding Full Time

Overview

The Vice President, Head of Air Freight Forwarding (AFF) of the International Freight Forwarding Group (IFF) provides leadership for all IFF branches that provide AFF services throughout The United States. The VP, Head of AFF will be responsible for the overall strategic direction and business development of AFF product through provision of direction and guidance to the Operations and Business Development (BD) in accordance with corporate goals, policies, and guidelines. The role includes strategic planning, financial budgeting, mentoring, and coaching as a leader, assuring quality of services provided by the operations, and implementing process improvement and value proposition enhancement. In addition to reporting to SVP of IFF, this position will also have matrix reporting lines to Chief Regional Officer (CRO) Americas Region (AMR) to support AFF product related issues such as interfacing with GHQ and other Operations Companies. As a leadership member of YLA IFF, the VP Head, Head of AFF is also responsible to work closely with the other Yusen Logistics leadership outside of the company, to ensure the direction and strategy of the YLA AFF is aligned with the entire IFF policy of GHQ and with the long-term vision, Transform 2025.

Responsibilities

Air Freight Forwarding products specific:

• Strategic planning and the overall performance of AFF product among Operations and BD, among Job Owner, Destination Agent, and Business Owner in steering execution of product strategy.
• Regular exchange with Global and Regional Head Quarters on overall the product strategy.
• Provide input to Tender Management Team, Operations and BD on pricing analysis and support resolution related to the product.
• Oversee the product related compliance of all applicable regulatory rules and regulations.
• Develop and manage the product budget and all related fiscal forecasting and planning activities.
• Coordinate and facilitate resource planning related to the product including additions of headcount, utilization of BPO and automation, organizational restructuring, and promoting and recruiting talents.
• Assuring the quality of operations through overseeing, monitoring, and evaluating the operational performance on a branch level through KPIs and ADS and ensuring adherence to operational and customer SOPs.

Leadership specific:

• Establish goals and objectives for the product team and its team members. Conduct personnel evaluations of and approves goals and objective settings.
• Provide leadership, direction, and motivation to the AFF personnel within YLA IFF to deliver operational goals successfully and effectively for growth.
• Ensures strategies are executed within the YLA network; lead and direct all functions to ensure that all departments and staff execute at, or above the customer’s standards. Drive process improvements and growth in the AFF product while aligning with YLA IFF’s objectives.
• Contribute to the strategic planning efforts needed to realize future growth opportunities while communicating a clear and compelling vision of the future of AFF product. Drive the development and cultivation of positive business relationships with the company’s key AFF customers and vendors; direct pricing and performance reviews to identify service and revenue improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with BD for business development, sales and marketing and new account development in all large markets to ensure that maximum optimal profit is generated not only for the entire Yusen Logistics but also for the company (YLA).
• Review and evaluate financial report, analyze productivity/profitability, and provide an accurate financial forecast of the product. Maximize profitability through effective and prompt communications with GHQ and Operations and follow-up on all pending customer related matters with BD.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships internally with the leadership of all business units within YLA, as well as externally with leadership of customers and key suppliers, business partners.
• Lead and provide leadership to within IFF; oversee and lead the professional development and productivity of all direct reports to ensure proper goals, training, professional development and project requirements are met; provide for organizational continuity/synergy through contingency planning, employee engagement, training, and development; provide support and ensure safe and ethical behavior; and communicate and ensure adherence to internal/external policies and procedures.
• Ensure that systems, policies, and measures are in place to maximize commercial opportunities, capital investment, community/industry relations, regulatory compliance and human asset value.
• Act as a primary point of contact and conduit between YLA and other overseas affiliate companies, especially with Global Head Quarters:
• Ensure that the business strategy and direction of YLA IFF AFF are in alignment with the long-term vision of Yusen Logistics – Transform 2025.
• Ensure that YLA IFF AFF captures all opportunities to secure new business for Yusen Logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or equivalent field, graduate level preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in logistics industry with a minimum of five years in leadership position.
• Possess an excellent reputation within Yusen Logistics or in the logistics industry.
• Possess a strong working knowledge in all aspects of International Freight Forwarding including Ocean Freight Forwarding, CHB, and CFS Warehouse Operations.
• Possess a strong sense of urgency, sense of ownership, and attention to detail.
• Possess an excellent communication skills both written and verbal; strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively and efficiently.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills required.
• Demonstrates and recommends alternative solutions for process improvements.
• Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Proven ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of executives, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Professional knowledge and experience of Skill matrixes, visualization control, Value Stream Map, etc.
• Bilingual capability and experience in working overseas are preferred.
• Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

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Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.