Station Manager at DHL Global Forwarding

Description

Job Title: Station ManagerLocation: Houston, TXDHL Global Forwarding (DGF) manages the flow of goods and information across a customer's global supply chain utilizing air/ocean/ground transportation, customs brokerage services, and dedicated warehousing/distribution centers. We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web athttps://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

We have an exciting opportunity for a STATION MANAGER who will be responsible for all aspects of a logistics operation including, but not limited to, sales, freight forwarding operations, customer service, customs clearance, and billing. You will also ensure, and held accountable for, the profitability of the logistics operation. The position will be located in Houston, TX.
Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible to support and develop a strong team of freight forwarding professionals in a manner that supports our goal of being Employer of Choice
• Ensure effective cost management by leading negotiations with external suppliers
• Manage service quality and monitor satisfaction levels for key customers, accompany Field Sales and Key Account Management to visit clients or prospective clients
• Directs annual budget preparation for Branch/District location; Setting, evaluating, and meeting and/or exceeding performance targets
• Ensure effective customer service through a process oriented approach that delivers reliable and consistent service
• Ensures direct reports negotiate, prepare and issues most favorable buying rate quotations internally and externally with shipping carriers.
• Manages the business processes used to ensures the accuracy of invoices, bills of lading, shipping statements, and foreign currency conversions
• Establishes, monitors, and revises policies, procedures, and service standards for station operations; Directs and ensures compliance with established DHL corporate policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with government regulations.
• Responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and developing direct reports.
• Assigns work, sets completion dates, reviews work, and manages performance in accordance with organizational policies, procedures and performance management processes
  
  Skills / Requirements:
  
  
  • 8+ years of experience in freight forwarding industry
  • Airfreight Import and/or export experience required
  • 4+ years' experience in a leadership capacity is a strong preference
  • Experience with the pharmaceutical industry is a strong preference
  • BA/BS Preferred
  • Basic knowledge of CargoWise system is preferred
  • Strong ability to develop, coach, train, and mentor staff to success
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to include driving KPIs, employee engagement / team building.
  • Knows how to achieve commercial drive in the work place and has a strong sense of business acumen.
  • Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, presentations)
  • Proficient computer skills: Microsoft (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
    Benefits: (All non-union employees)
    Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group's success as shareholders.Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.Holiday / Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.
    
    Why join DHL Global Forwarding?
    We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at