Site Manager at Maersk Line

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the site's Profit & Loss (P&L) and ensure its financial performance.
• Manage both existing and new customer relationships effectively.
• Monitor and improve site performance, including cost and utilization optimization.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and asset optimization.
• Develop investment proposals and follow through with their implementation.
• Execute the Warehousing and Distribution (WnD) strategy for the site in alignment with the Area WnD Head.
• Drive business development initiatives according to the overall strategy.
• Collaborate with the Area Sales team to attract new customers and expand the business footprint.
• Support the Area WnD Head in handling tender requirements.
• Customize and localize products within the established framework.
• Meet customer and company performance metrics, goals, and objectives.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the location.
• Have accountability for shipping, receiving, storage, yard, or quality functions during assigned shifts.
• Ensure the facility's equipment is used safely and efficiently.
• Promote adherence to health, safety, security, and environmental regulations.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting, billing, and labor payrolls.
• Analyze production errors and implement corrective actions on assigned shifts.
• Manage subcontractors for WnD services at the location.
• Drive compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Administer leases and manage contracts effectively.
• Uphold governance frameworks and procedures.
• Facilitate training on products, solutions, and clients for the team.
• Provide leadership in people and safety management.
• Foster a team environment and demonstrate strong leadership skills.
• Evaluate and mentor warehouse colleagues.
• Cultivate a culture of being the best place to work and prioritize client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate must:

• Have at least 5 - 10 years working experience leading a site.
• Have a minimum grade 12, preferably with a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering 
• Industry expertise supply chain (freight forwarding, warehousing)
• Extensive operational knowledge of Warehouse and Distribution, and warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of intricate design of the warehouse system.
• Financial acumen – ability to read, interpret and act on P&L
• An entrepreneurial and problem-solving mindset.
• Stakeholder management & collaboration in a matrix
• Strong customer centricity mindset.