Express Operations Team Leader Job in Kenya


Express Operations Team Leader

Company Profile: 

Our Client is a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions.  

The range of services offered by client includes international and domestic express delivery, freight forwarding, logistics and warehousing, records and information Management solutions, e-business solutions, and online shopping services

Reports To: Station Operations Manager

Job Purpose

Responsible for managing the express operations in terms of: planning, monitoring and proper implementation of all operational procedures and quality of service standards

Key Accountabilities

Typical duties included are but not limited to:
  • Airport Operations
  • Manages the various inbound/outbound operations performed at the airport to meet the service expectations and quality standards.
  • Monitors the system updates related to the arrivals and makes sure they are done according to the quality of service standards.
  • Handle and control the receiving process at the airport and monitors the clearance process to be done according to the country local customs regulations.
  • Manage the customer service aspect of clearance in terms of client/sales team communication and clearing shipments on time.
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with the customs authorities and airlines to facilitate the airport operations.
  • Inbound/Outbound Operations
  • Manage the various inbound/outbound operations in accordance to the standard procedures and Quality of Services Standards.
  • Manage the effective usage of IT systems and Scanner technology.
  • Identify and resolve repetitive service failures and human errors and facilitate continues improvement.
  • Continuously strives for operational efficiency and coming up with creative ways to do the job.
  • Manage the customer service function within the team in terms of internal/external customer communications.
  • Manage the daily outbound schedules and continuously looks for alternative linehaul solutions that improve the service in terms of transit time and cost.
  • Take role in the sales initiatives and provide support for the sales people in terms of projects pricing and customer attraction.
  • Manage and monitor the express supplies stock level and effective usage.
  • Provide full support to the other functions and teams when needed.
  • Identify the training needs for the team members and continuously improving their skills and capacity.
  • Manage the team’s related costs and expenses according to the set budget.
  • Responsible for making sure illegal items such as drugs, weapons, liquids do not pass operations.
Related Procedures
  • Adhere to all related policies, procedures documented and published under Infohub in the intranet.
Operating Environment
  • In the field of operations, the express leaders should make sure that job holders are cautious when handling incoming shipments as many can contain dangerous chemical materials sent by the shipper with false declaration. These can directly affect the health and may cause severe consequences.
  • Aware of the correct lifting mechanisms and avoid lifting shipments/bags with weight more than 30 KGs to avoid possible back injuries.
  • The operations nature involves working in shifts in a 24/7 working environment.
Basic/ Job Requirements
  • Bachelor Degree (Industrial Engineering)
  • English Proficiency
  • Computer Proficiency: MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook)
  • 3-4 years experience in operations
Skills:
  • Organization & Planning Skills
  • Communications Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Creativity
  • People Management
  • Team Building skills
To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. 

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted