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Regional Transport Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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ecocareers

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics

AI generated summary

  • You must have a CPC, a degree, leadership experience in transport operations, data-driven decision-making skills, and strong communication abilities. Advanced English proficiency is required.
  • You will ensure team safety, engage and motivate staff, uphold process quality, improve operations, manage compliance, report metrics, and support system rollouts while traveling extensively.

Requirements

  • Hold a Transport Managers Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) National and International
  • A Degree
  • Relevant experience in leading a busy and large-scale transport operation within a growing and rapidly scaling business
  • Experience managing people
  • Experience with performance metrics and process improvement and data-driven decision making
  • Experience dealing with ambiguity, working under pressure and handling changing priorities, to effectively prioritize and multitask
  • Relevant experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including your peers and leadership
  • Advanced proficiency in written and verbal English
  • Masters Degree in Operations Research, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Economics, Business Administration, or a similar related discipline
  • Experience with a contingent workforce during peak seasons
  • Experience of being named on an Operators Licence within the Transport industry

Responsibilities

  • You’ll need to safeguard your team’s safety, promoting Amazon’s Health and Safety standards, commit to all safety programs and compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates,
  • You’ll ensure your team is engaged and motivated, with a culture of ownership and high performance,
  • You’ll work with cross-functional teams,
  • You’ll uphold Amazon’s high standards of process quality,
  • You’ll strive to improve and streamline processes, diving deep to find root causes quickly,
  • You’ll become a subject matter expert on processes and activities,
  • You’ll actively share and promote best practices with your colleagues and network,
  • You’ll find practical and simple solutions to complex problems without sacrificing quality or core functionality,
  • You’ll think analytically about project management,
  • You’ll provide day-to-day support during the rolloutimplementation of newer systemsprocesses and gather feedback,
  • You’ll communicate daily metrics and report exception,
  • You’ll act as the responsible and accountable person in respect of the Operator License (O License),
  • Youll prepare and participate in Operations daily calls to communicate your teams performance to TOM leadership,
  • Youll require extensive travel within your cluster.
  • Youll ensure fleet and driver compliance through active monitoring and reporting.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Regional Transport Operations Manager role?

The primary focus of the Regional Transport Operations Manager role is to optimize operations and engage associates to ensure the safe, efficient fulfillment and dispatch of orders.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, this position includes extensive travel within the designated cluster.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

Candidates must hold a Transport Managers Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) National and International, possess a degree, and have relevant experience in managing a busy transport operation.

What type of experience is preferred for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include a master's degree in a related field, experience managing a contingent workforce during peak seasons, and experience of being named on an Operators Licence within the transport industry.

What is the expected culture for the team?

The expected culture is one of ownership and high performance, with a strong emphasis on safety, collaboration, and process improvement.

What responsibilities will I have in terms of employee safety?

You will safeguard your team’s safety by promoting Amazon’s Health and Safety standards and committing to safety programs and compliance to maintain a safe work environment for all associates.

What kind of metrics will I need to communicate?

You will need to communicate daily metrics and report exceptions regarding your team's performance to Transportation Operations Management (TOM) leadership.

What does a typical day look like in this role?

A typical day includes managing your team, overseeing operational responsibilities, implementing process improvements, and participating in daily operational calls.

Will I be involved in the implementation of new systems or processes?

Yes, you will provide day-to-day support during the rollout and implementation of newer systems and processes and gather feedback from your team.

What is the Transportation Associate Program (TAP)?

The Transportation Associate Program (TAP) is aimed at executing shunting and short-distance driving with Amazon Associate drivers, focused on providing a world-class employment experience while prioritizing safety.

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