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Line Management Executive

Open 29d

Summary

Manages shipping liner services to ensure schedule reliability, capacity utilization, and cost control while coordinating with agents, operations, and stakeholders.

The Role:
To manage assigned liner services to ensure schedule reliability, optimal capacity utilisation, cost control, and effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:
1. POL Agent Management

  • Collaborate with POL agents to facilitate container bookings and maximize vessel utilization.
  • Monitor agent performance and resolve any issues related to booking and operational efficiency.

2. Capacity Management

  • Analyze booking trends and forecasts to ensure optimal vessel capacity.
  • Communicate with operations to adjust schedules based on capacity needs.

3. Weekly Service Performance Reporting

  • Prepare and distribute weekly service performance reports, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.
  • Analyze data to identify trends and make recommendations for service enhancement.

4. Operational Follow-up

  • Track ongoing service operation matters and follow up on outstanding issues to ensure timely resolution.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to address any operational challenges affecting service delivery.
  • Work closely with Port of Loading (POL), Port of Discharge (POD), Direct Freight (DF), and Operations teams on ongoing service operations.

5. Documentation and Record Keeping

  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of all shipping documentation.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of customer interactions, service performance, and agent communications.

6. Financial Oversight

  • Compile Profit and Loss (P&L) statements once vessels depart from the last port to the Trade department.
  • Maintain up-to-date P&L and follow up on any invoice discrepancies with overseas offices until resolved, providing updates to the marketing/trade team.

7. Continuous Improvement

  • Gather and analyze customer feedback to identify opportunities for service improvement.
  • Participate in regular meetings with teams to discuss performance, capacity issues, and customer feedback.

Requirements:

  • Diploma in Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field in shipping
  • No experience is required, training will be provided.
  • Understanding of feeder shipping operations and container logistics is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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