Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey in the dynamic world of terminal operations? APM Terminals is a global leader in port and terminal management. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we're dedicated to delivering excellence in container handling, logistics solutions, and maritime services across the globe.
At APM Terminals, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. With a presence in over 70 countries and a commitment to sustainability, we offer unparalleled opportunities for growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Join us as we continue to shape the future of global trade and make a meaningful impact on communities worldwide. Discover your potential with APM Terminals and become part of a team that's redefining the industry standards. Apply now and let's build a brighter future together!
* Not eligible for remote work.
PURPOSE
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Ownership and focal point for all yard strategy, process, and activities.
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Manages CY strategy process to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
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Strategies and research approach for the yard planning development & review
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regularly the yard processes, to ensure optimalisation.
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Daily monitoring of the yard activities to ensure it is in line with the CY strategy and ensure corrective actions to be taken when and wherever required.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Maintain a yard strategy which supports environment for a high quay commander productivity, and to minimize truck turn-time.
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Ensure ability to quickly adapt with container yard strategies for any Demand (weather, High Capacity, etc.)
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Liaise with managers and terminal stakeholders to manage any kind of exceptions derived from daily container yard plan.
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Monitor and optimize the terminal operating system in order to ensure that container yard is optimum and meets the strategy requirements
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Ensure container yard strategy allows for optimal equipment deployment with the maximum utilization.
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Ensure all Forecast, information platform and Reporting metrics are updated proper utilization of it.
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Maintain a continuous improvement mindset by actively seeking ways to reduce wastes in operations through a better vessel, yard, and rail strategy.
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Reduce redundant yard moves to a minimum.
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Check and support an accurate and efficient information flow on the terminal related to all yard activities.
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Demonstrates cost consciousness for use of resources. Strives to improve cost result per goal.
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Reports to the Strategy Manager on the status of production, yard density, equipment utilization and container yard strategy/allocation changes.
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Coordinate on daily basis with berth strategist about the different changes in ganging affecting the yard strategy.
CRITICAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or a related field.
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Must have 2+ years of operations and/or logistics experience.
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Previous experience in terminal operations management is preferable.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency in data analytics tools/software is desirable.
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Demonstrated ability to manage and develop teams.
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What We Do
We’re lifting global trade and connecting the world with our comprehensive port network - helping our customers to grow their business with better supply chain efficiency, flexibility, and reliability.
With 75 terminals in our global network and more than 22,000 industry professionals, we are focused on delivering everyday excellence and solutions for and to our customers, including:
- Reliable, safe and efficient operations with a continuous improvement focus.
- Flexible and solutions oriented approach to solve complex customer problems.
- Standardized approach to operations being implemented globally to enable
consistent service levels and delivery.
- Innovative, digital solutions that enable customers to order their services
quickly and easily.
- Dedicated key client managers and customer service personnel.
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