JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, the coordination of purchase orders and customized management services.
The Regional OXT Manager is responsible for identifying, proposing and implementing solutions that focus on improving JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc.'s performance by managing and optimizing its business processes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Work with OXT Director to create, articulate, and implement operational strategies and processes consistent with goals of the company
Support region by developing training materials related to new initiatives and ensuring there is alignment in training of Branch/Department management
Partner with JAS Worldwide to ensure that strategies and processes created to assist JAS USA are aligned with those in place for the global organization
In partnership with management and operations staff identify, define and measure certain KPIs within operation
Work with finance and/or regional accounting manager to ensure consistency in operations relative to the financial goals of the Company
Develop and publish reports that allow management to evaluate operational performance and identify areas for potential improvement for their region
Create and drive initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and support consistent levels of superior customer service
Evaluate non-standard customer requests/requirements to determine ability to support (when outside internal standard process) and ensure desired goals/outcomes can be delivered for your region
Work with and direct the corporate quality manager to ensure compliance with JAS Worldwide BMS (Business Management System) and alignment to JAS USA policies
Other duties as requested
QUALIFICATIONS:
MUST BE LOCATED ON THE EAST COAST
Excellent product knowledge
Excellent Organizational Skills
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
Able to perform the essential duties of this position without posing a "direct threat" to the health or safety of self or others
Able to interact positively and effectively with co-workers, subordinates and supervisors
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma/G.E.D. equivalent required
B.A. or B.S. preferred
Five (5) plus years' experience in freight forwarding and operations management required
One (1) year supervisory/managerial experience is required
Prior experience establishing aligned organizational strategic goals for team members and managing employees to KPI's required
Previous experience and demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize heavy workloads while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced organization required
Sound understanding of quality management systems preferred
ENVIRONMENT:
100%performed in climate-controlled internal office environment working under normal office conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands and finger to feel and handle; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, and crouch; lift weight or exert a force up to a maximum of 25 pounds.
ADDITIONAL:
Ability to travel domestically approximately 15% of the time
Ability to work extended hours to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations
Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal form or communicated by management.
Perform job responsibilities as directed achieving desired results within expected time frames and with a high degree of quality and professionalism.
Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, potential and current customers and business partners.
Demonstrate the behavioral and technical competencies necessary to effectively complete job responsibilities. Take personal initiative for technical and professional development.
Follow the company HR Policy, the Code of Business Conduct and all subsidiary and department policies and procedures, including protecting confidential company information, attending work punctually and regularly, and following good safety practices in all activities.
The responsibilities associated with this job will change from time to time in accordance with the Company's business needs. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set forth above.
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
JAS USA IS A CUSTOMS BROKER, GOVERNED BY FEDERAL REGULATION. FEDERAL REGULATIONS PROVIDE THAT JAS MAY HAVE IT BROKERAGE LICENSE SUSPENDED OR REVOKED IF IT "KNOWINGLY EMPLOYED, OR CONTINUES TO EMPLOY, ANY PERSON WHO HAS BEEN CONVICTED OF A FELONY, WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL OF THAT EMPLOYMENT FROM THE ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER." JAS WILL PERFORM A BACKGROUND CHECK TO DETERMINE IF YOU HAVE BEEN CONVICTED OF A FELONY AND IF SO, ABSENT SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES, YOU WILL NOT BE HIRED OR WILL BE TERMINATED IMMEDIATELY.
