SHIPPING MANAGER
vor 1 Woche
About us
Danieli Group started as a family-owned business in 1914 and has grown into one of the leading manufacturers of plants and machines for producing metals, meeting the needs and ambitions of customers worldwide. With more than twenty-five divisions comprising valuable, international, and unique talents, the Group is rooted in the same values that have accompanied it since its founding: innovation, team spirit, excellence, and reliability. Within the DANIELI Group, which has around 9,500 employees worldwide, Danieli Engineering & Services GmbH, based in Völkermarkt, Carinthia, is active in almost all areas of spare parts and service for the metallurgical process chain in plant engineering. We are seeking for experienced individuals to strengthen our team in Völkermarkt:
SHIPPING MANAGER (m/f/d)
Responsibilities
The Shipping Manager is responsible for the overall shipping process. He/she is able to actively support the team, and leading the shipping team. He/she is acting as an interface to internal departments and can also communicate towards customers. The role of the Head of the shipping department requires a combination of leadership skills, logistical expertise, and a good eye for detail to ensure smooth operations while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Management and control of the shipping department: Responsibility for the efficient organization and implementation of all shipping processes within the company.
- Optimization of shipping processes: Analysis and continuous improvement of processes using lean management methods to reduce waste and maximize efficiency.
- Technical process control: Implementation and support of logistics and shipping software (e.g., ERP systems such as SAP, TMS, WMS), as well as continuous adaptation to changing requirements.
- Coordination of shipping logistics: selection of the best shipping methods and service providers (air, sea, and land transport), considering costs, time frames and quality.
- Monitoring and analysis of KPIs: Monitoring of key performance indicators (e.g., shipping speed, error rates, transport costs, billing volume) and their continuous optimization.
- Team leadership: managing a team of shipping employees, training and developing employees regarding technical systems and best practices in the shipping process.
- Quality assurance: Responsibility for compliance with quality standards and processes in shipping, including the implementation of error analyses and prevention.
- Packaging optimization: Ensuring efficient and safe packaging of goods, taking cost efficiency and sustainability into account.
- Customs clearance and international shipping regulations: Ensuring that all international shipping processes comply with legal requirements and that the necessary documentation is prepared.
Technical Requirements
- Completed education, e.g., as a logistics specialist or similar (bachelor's degree or higher is preferred)
- Several years of professional experience in the management of a shipping department or in a comparable management position within the logistics industry.
- Technical knowledge in the area of shipping and logistics, in particular in the use of ERP systems (e.g., SAP), TMS, WMS and tracking software.
- Knowledge of customs and export processing as well as international shipping regulations.
- Experience in process optimization using lean management or Six Sigma methods.
- Strong leadership and experience in managing teams, including fostering employee development and motivation.
- Very good analytical skills to analyze KPIs and derive improvement measures.
- Strong communication skills and assertiveness, both internally and in contact with external service providers and customers.
- Excellent written and spoken English, especially regarding international logistics processes.
- Confident handling of MS Office (especially Excel) / ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA is a big plus)
Big Plus:
- Completed lean management training, e.g., six sigma, black belt.
- Management experience in internationally operating groups
Soft Skills
- Manifested organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Independent working style and high reliability.
- High assertiveness in higher level management
- High trained level (e.g., through workshops and training) of overview and focus
Other
Our offer:
- We offer a competitive, attractive salary based on your experience and qualifications, with the willingness to overpay the minimum salary according to the collective agreement Metalworking Industry)
- Working in a multinational company with all the associated opportunities
- Team spirit & international relations
- Opportunity for professional training and development
- Exciting tasks with a high level of personal responsibility
