Location: Mount Pleasant,SC, USA
Operations Assistant Manager
774 South Shelmore Boulevard Suite 101, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
In Office Role Mon-Fri (w/1 hour lunch)
What is OOCL - OOCL is one of the world's largest integrated international container transportation and logistics companies. OOCL is well respected in the industry with a reputation for providing customer-focused solutions, a quality-through-excellence approach, and continual innovation. It is also an industry leader in the use of information technology and e-commerce to manage the entire cargo process.
Within our organization, the Operations department controls the inventory and repositioning of assets. We use Import and Export forecasts to determine if assets are needed locally or should be repositioned to deficit areas regionally and overseas. Other responsibilities include coordination of off hire/sale unit terminations, monitoring depots for timely repairs of damaged units, Terminals and depots in the South Atlantic Region accountable for inventory accuracy and releasing assets using FIFO (first in, first out) method.
OOCL Benefits:
* 401k Retirement Plan AND Pension Plan
* Paid Time Off/Vacation Days
* Paid Major Holidays
* Floating Days off
* Paid separate sick days
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Referral bonuses
* Bi-Weekly pay
* Tuition Assistance after 12 months
* Excellent Growth and Advancement Opportunities
Main Job Duties:
* Provide trade and sales with routing and cost options over multiple gateways or services.
* Assist in managing all aspects of Regional Operations for OOCL (Terminals, Rails, Motor Carriers, Empty Flows, Suppliers, and Intermodal Shipments).
* Collaboration cross functionally on system development and process change to meet regional requirements. e.g. Supplier Portal, N2C3, etc.
* Support our Sales and Customer Service departments to meet business objectives.
* Assist with identifying and maximizing cost efficiencies, capturing costs savings, and monthly reporting.
* Exception management including but not limited to cargo surveys, trans-loads, over weights, DG and awkward cargo applications.
* Liaison between OOCL M&R and vendors to repair damaged equipment.
* Handle additional duties and projects assigned.
Qualifications:
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite- heavy Excel
* Leadership and Management Experience
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
* Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects
Preferred Skills:
* Knowledge of OOCL Enterprise Systems- this can be taught!
* Understanding of Terminal/Rail systems
* Attention to Detail
* Negotiation abilities
* Flexibility and ability to adapt to changes
All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
OOCL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. OOCL does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. For more information, we encourage you to visit us at www.oocl.com.