Senior Team Lead, Export Sea

Job Req Number: Time Type: Full Time Are you passionate about putting customers first, delivering the best performance, and fostering true collaboration to keep the supply chains flowing? Join us and be a part of DSV’s global family. DSV Air & Sea is seeking to hire a skilled and passionate Senior Team Lead, Export Sea in Melbourne. As the Senior Team Lead, the individual will provide support and guidance to team members while managing the department's KPIs and assisting the Sea Freight Manager as needed. The Senior Team Lead will ensure efficient operations, allocate workloads, and maintain a high level of departmental productivity. They will serve as the primary point of contact for staff and the first escalation point within the Export Sea Team for the broader business. Your typical day at DSV: Lead and Support the Team -Provide guidance and oversight to ensure the Export Sea team meets KPIs and delivers high-quality, accurate work. Monitor Performance and Profitability -Track export workflows and job profitability, ensuring processes are efficient and cost-effective. Manage Workflow and Processes -Coordinate export operations in line with SOPs, customer requirements, and management directives. Build Strong Relationships -Engage with customers, suppliers, and service providers locally and internationally to maintain smooth operations. Resolve Issues and Drive Improvements - Act as the first point of escalation for export-related challenges and implement process enhancements. Collaborate with Leadership -Assist the Sea Freight Manager with daily activities, projects, and strategic initiatives. About you: Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and problem-solve effectively. Detail-oriented, resilient, and proactive, with a commitment to continuous improvement and meeting deadlines. Minimum5 years’ experience in Export Sea Freight, with strong industry knowledge. Proven leadership experience, managing teams and driving performance. Proficient in CargoWise One and skilled in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel). Why DSV? Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world‑class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward‑thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here. Go anywhere. At DSV, we believe diversity gives us a competitive edge and as such we value the diverse backgrounds and experiences that people bring to our business. We welcome everyone from all walks of life including First Nations Peoples, Veterans, and people of all ages, genders, and abilities. Everyone should feel welcome here. We’re all about hiring the best talent. We want a team that’s as diverse and dynamic as our communities. Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. #J-18808-Ljbffr