Total 8 operations engineer job vacancies in Transportation / Logistics category in ITE-CE (College East)

Aramex, a global leading service provider of comprehensive logistics and transport solution serves 15 million customers worldwide. Aramex employ over 18,000 motivated professionals in over 66 countries worldwide with a shared vision to provide a seamless logistics and delivery experience – connecting the globe.

Our Mission is to Deliver flexible, innovative, reliable transport and logistics solutions.

Air Freight Operations Executive

ARAMEX Singapore is expanding! We are seeking Air Freight Operation Executive to join our Singapore team. You will report to the Air Freight Manager.

What are the roles and responsibility?

• Handle alerts in Cargowise for the Master execution
• Work closely with Air Freight Specialist team and Airlines on booking status
• Follow up with Airlines for perishable / DG requirements and temp upgrades
• Apply online booking via Airline direct sites or through carriers
• Generate AWB and MAWB based on customer requirements in destination clearance
• Prepare LC AWB and other required documents for payment
• Following the AWB standing instruction of docs accompany such as EAP

Requirement for the role

• 2-3 years of relevant working experience preferably in the Freight Forwarding and Logistics industry
• A team player
• 5.5 days work week
• Work Location: Airline Cargo Road

Job Purpose

· Drive all Oceanfreight Operational KPI performance of all Asia Pacific countries and support the countries in achieving their KPIs as well as the productivity and data quality benefits intended to be delivered through these KPIs.

· Drive the strategic design and change of any KPIs where needed

Differentiator

· Subject matter expert and strategist who applies advanced knowledge of the job area and Oceanfreight processes typically obtained through advanced education and work experience

· Manage projects / processes and delivers results and strategy with minimal supervision

· Problems faced are difficult and complex and need strategic vision to design the best way forward

Main Responsibilities

· Drive Operations process and performance improvement plans with in-depth analysis and potential solution proposals as well as strategic vision to meet KPIs as well as productivity and data quality goals

· Drive the impact of process and system changes to ensure quality, efficiency, and improvement

· Understand and analyse operational data and statistics to identify further opportunities, develop action plans, and implement process improvements and operational strategic vision

· Cooperate with Global, Regional and Country Operations & Compliance teams with various analysis and process improvements and provide ad-hoc assistance to country, regional and global senior management

· Formulate innovative business and technical solutions within a strategic framework to improve operational effectiveness

· Consolidate the results of improvement projects and compose relevant report on progress and results

· Drive best practices to identified key risk areas and resolve them

· Support the design the Global landscape and strategy for operational topics within Oceanfreight

Stakeholders

· Connect with and influence other specialist departments such as, but not limited to, BPO/IT Training, BPO/IT CIS (Customer Information Services), Global Oceanfreight Operations, etc.

· Build strong, trusting cross functional relationships with DGF senior managers such as Country Oceanfreight heads and country managers, regional Oceanfreight head and Regional CEO

· Understand customer and key stakeholder interests and concerns such as Oceanfreight Operators in country, supervisors, and country management. Advise stakeholders of purpose, goals and strategy behind projects

· Provide technical and system guidance to line managers and operators

Management Responsibility

· Individual contributor who may manage some employees

· Directs the work of country level professionals and (senior) manages process and programs affecting country operational productivity and contribute direct to their bottom line

· Coach and review the work of country level professionals and operators

Required Skills

Operations Management, Process Engineering, Business Processes, Quality Control, Net Promoter Score, Reporting, Performance Management, Process Improvement, First Choice, Change Management, Cost Reduction, Workflow Automation, DGF Business Knowledge, Business Strategy, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Influencing, Feedback, Presentation & Storytelling, Facilitation

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience/qualification

· More than 6 years of experience

Job Purpose

Drive all Oceanfreight Operational KPI performance of all Asia Pacific countries and support the countries in achieving their KPIs as well as the productivity and data quality benefits intended to be delivered through these KPIs. Each team member will be given a set of specific KPIs/topics to make their own and drive.

Differentiator

· Subject matter expert who applies advanced knowledge of the job area and Oceanfreight processes typically obtained through advanced education and work experience

· Manage projects / processes and delivers results with limited supervision

· Problems faced are difficult and often complex

Main Responsibilities

· Execute Operations process and performance improvement plans with in-depth analysis and potential solution proposals to meet KPIs as well as productivity and data quality goals

· Review and evaluate impact of process and system changes to ensure quality, efficiency, and improvement

· Understand and analyse operational data and statistics to identify further opportunities, develop action plans, and implement process improvements

· Cooperate with Global, Regional and Country Operations & Compliance teams with various analysis and process improvements and provide ad-hoc assistance to country, regional and global management

· Formulate innovative business and technical solutions to improve operational effectiveness

· Consolidate the results of improvement projects and compose relevant report on progress and results

· Deploy best practices to identified key risk areas and resolve them

Stakeholders

· Connect with and influence other specialist departments such as, but not limited to, BPO/IT Training, BPO/IT CIS (Customer Information Services), Global Oceanfreight Operations, etc.

· Build strong, trusting cross functional relationships with DGF managers such as Country Oceanfreight heads and country managers, regional Oceanfreight head and CEO

· Understand customer and key stakeholder interests and concerns such as Oceanfreight Operators in country, supervisors, and country management. Advise stakeholders of purpose and goals of projects

· Provide technical and system guidance to line managers and operators

Management Responsibility

· Directs the work of country level professionals and manages process and programs affecting operators

· Coach and review the work of country level professionals and operators

Required Skills

· Operations Management, Process Engineering, Business Processes, Quality Control, Net Promoter Score, Reporting, Performance Management, Process Improvement, First Choice, Change Management, Cost Reduction, Workflow Automation, DGF Business Knowledge, Business Strategy, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Influencing, Feedback, Presentation & Storytelling, Facilitation

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience/qualification

· More than 6 years of experience

JOB PURPOSE:

As the Head of Asia Pacific Distribution Centre (APDC), this position is a key member of the Asia Operations leadership team who plays a critical role in important strategic and management decisions relating to APDC operations. This position has full responsibility and accountability of overall performance for APDC with regards to quality, productivity, service level as well as budgetary control. With clear directions, this position will establish performance goals and develop corresponding objectives and action plan to ensure achievement.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability, productivity and efficiency throughout the Distribution Centre’s operations, continuous improvement to bring Distribution Centre to next level.

2. Develop long-range objectives and strategies for the distribution centre, monitor performance against these objectives and provide leadership, feedback, supports, motivates, directions and retains high-caliber staff.

3. Define information systems requirements to support process improvements initiates. Integrate the technology, quality, purchasing and logistics functions to support product and process excellence.

4. Allocate resources effectively to maximize productivity and cope with demand fluctuation while optimizing quality and delivery time. Focus on key performance areas such as OTD (on-time-delivery), LTR (lead-time-reduction), productivity and cost improvement. Implement improved processes and management methods to generate higher ROI and workflow optimization.

5. Ensure built-in quality in all operating processes and enforce discipline of compliance, including all quality related certification programs. Ensure effective corrective actions, timely implementation to avoid recurring problems.

6. Develop and manage annual operations budgets. Manage logistics and outbound transportation processes, negotiate parcel freight programs.

7. Oversee inventory control processes to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.

8. Strive to achieve world-class supply chain, warehousing, forward and reverse logistics operations.

9. Promotes “total customer satisfaction” (delivery, quality etc.) within all Operations teams.

10. Continually investigate and introduce process improvement measures and presents suggestions to Regional MD and Global VP Operations for consideration.

11. Build an open and honest communication line with the organization, interact regularly with executive team and individual department heads to ensure that company’s operational priorities are aligned with total company direction.

12. Work in partnership with sales & marketing teams to ensure cost effective approach in order fulfilment.

13. Represent Asia to be part of the global DC management team on business update and best practices sharing on a regular basis.

14. Develop and implement ongoing staff performance and career development programs.

15. Prepare and submit monthly reports to the Management.

16. Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment at the Distribution Centre(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

· Master/bachelor’s degree on logistics/operations management preferred.

EXPERIENCES

· 10+ years of broad logistics and supply chain management experience in progressively senior positions.

· solid working experience on DC operations management in MNC environment.

· Experience with New DC setup or relocation, Brown/Greenfield project is preferred.

· Experience supporting and developing emerging markets.

· Experience directing the operations in a multi-site supply chain system.

· Ability to manage Third Party Logistics (3PL), freight companies and other logistics suppliers.

· Supplier negotiation skills, proven cost reduction efforts and experience with contracts.

· Demonstrable analytical abilities to assess financial impacts of any changes to logistics service requirements.

· In depth knowledge and experience with key supply chain/logistics processes, best practices, and implementing process improvements.

· Relevant experience and knowledge on ISO9120, ISO14000 and ESD S20.20.

COMPETENCIES

· Troubleshooting and Problem-solving skills.

· Defining/Developing standards with continuous process improvement.

· Industrial Knowledge for benchmarking.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Strong analytical, judgment skills, financial & P&L skill required.

· A high sense of urgency & the ability to build & lead strong teams to achieve new levels of performance.

· Advanced knowledge of technology (WMS, Automation, RFID, Labelling solutions), processes, and standards.

· Excellent computer skills including experience utilizing multiple ERP & WMS systems; also, strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Manager, Freight ( Operations)

The Freight Manager plays a pivotal role as an integral member of the DFS Supply Chain, contributing significantly to the seamless and efficient flow of goods within the organization. DFS Supply Chain oversees a supply chain network across multiple global regions, including the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA), North America (NAM), and Oceania.

As the Freight Manager, you will oversee and optimise DFS’s global freight operations. You will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient, secure and cost-effective transportation of merchandize, point-of-sales material, visual merchandising and project materials globally wherever DFS is present. You will manage a freight professional team and collaborate with various stakeholders to meet organizational objectives. This position reports directly to the director of Freight & Logistics, and the successful candidate will have a proven track record of success in freight operations management, especially in commercial and/or retail freight.

Freight Operations

• In Partnership with DFS’s partner 4PL to ensure seamless, timely and optimized freight movements
• Acts as subject matter expert (SME) to handle, guide and / or answer logistics related questions from both internal and external parties
• Maintains strong relationships with the incumbent Freight Forwarders (LSPs)
• Executes regular reviews with LSPs on service quality.
• Creating & maintaining a centralized knowledge database in the forms of SOP or SWI
• Maintains daily overview of exception reports and follow up on shipment/issue updates with individual Freight Coordinators
• Keeps LSPs and 4PL informed of shipment exceptions or any special shipment handling requirements
• Collaborates daily within DFS Logistics community, as well as with various stakeholders on operational matters, such as Warehouse, Shipping & Planning Teams
• Oversees DFS open claims with LSPs and 4PL; Ensure claims are addressed in a timely fashion by LSPs or 4PL (whichever is applicable)
• Partners with 4PL to maintain and deliver reports necessary to protect the robustness of the supply chain, such as: Claim Report, ISF Report, Freight timeliness, Any other applicable reports where necessary
• Undertakes any other tasks or projects as may reasonably be expected within the role of Freight Manager

Controls

• Maintains a Business Continuity Plan
• Maintains appropriate levels of confidentiality
• Review and improve processes with 4PL
• Support Business Development Initiatives & New Store Openings
• Support Global Supply Chain initiatives (Automation, Reverse Logistics, etc)

Develop and lead the Freight team

• Recruit, build and develop a high performing & effective Freight operations
• Provide development opportunities and guidance where necessary
• Conduct annual appraisal meetings, set individual/collective objectives, providing coaching & feedbacks
• Provide day-to-day direction concerning work assignments, overtime requirements and priorities.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant academic area such as Engineering, Accounting, etc. may be substituted
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Freight operations with at least 1 year in a managerial position. Preferably with Freight Forwarding companies experienced with commercial freight
• Fluency in English
• In-depth knowledge of transportation procurement, industry regulations, and market dynamics.
• Proficient in MS computer applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) is a must

We are an established import/export & courier company (located in the east), currently expanding & offering rewarding careers to potential candidates to join us immediately as Air Operations Officer:

To be responsible for managing the full import process for a shipment for specified accounts, from start to finish.

To liaise with overseas offices, partners and agents. To assist in the smooth running of operations for the department.

Responsibilities

- To ensure compliance with the customs regulations of Singapore

- To manage goods for assigned accounts; from charging, costing and arranging movement of goods & consignments.

- Proving rates/ billing info on shipments.

• Prepare and review documentation for Customs compliance and other governmental entities.
• Data Entry for shipping and freight manifests.
• Manage customer requests via phone and email.
• Maintain professional demeanor with internal and external customers.

Requirements

Requirements

· Must possess at least Sec/GCE 'O'/Diploma in administration, business management or any related field.

· Conversant in Mandarin and English (is a must to liaise with China customers).

· At least 1-2 years’ experience in similar industry preferred.

Company located in Changi Airfreight Centre

Working Hour : 8.30am to 6.00 pm

Key Responsibilities

* Clollabrate with Senior management to align airfreight strategies with overall company objectives.

* Respond to the client in time, work closely with internal teams, build relationships, and retain existing client accounts

* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards

*Manage the shipments progress, database, and delivery clerance with transporter

*Provide guidance, training, and support to enhance teams' performance

* Build and maintain strong relationships with Clients, ensuring their airfreight needs are met

*Address and resolve customer concerns promptly

Requirement:

*Diplomat in Logistics or Business Afministration or equivalent

*8 years experience in freight forwarding industry

*Experience in Airfreight operations or Customer Service

MITRE ASIA PACIFIC SINGAPORE (MAPS) - Aviation Systems Engineer

Under sponsorship of Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), The MITRE Corporation, a U.S.-based, globally renowned research and development company, established its premier air traffic management research center in Singapore to support the growth in the Asia Pacific Region. This research center, MITRE Asia Pacific Singapore (MAPS), is in need of a systems engineer to be part of a dynamic team of professionals working to improve air traffic operations in Singapore and the Asia Pacific region. The ideal candidate possesses excellent verbal and written technical communication skills, strong analytical abilities, the desire to acquire new skills, and the trait of being self-driven.

The individual hired is expected to perform the following job functions:

• Develop concept of operations, operational and technical requirements in the domain of air traffic control and flight deck operations
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses
• Conduct safety and cost/benefits analyses
• Work closely with software developers to develop simulations and implement prototypesMinimum Qualifications
• Good honours degree in industrial or systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
• 0-5 years relevant work experience

Recent University graduates are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who have knowledge of and/or experience in the field of air traffic operations. There is currently one Aviation Systems Engineering opening. Interested candidates should inquire within The MITRE Corporation by emailing [email protected] by 29 Feb 2024.