SUMMARYManages the overall port operation, which includes receipt, vessel off-loading scheme, vehicle survey and inspection, inventory management, daily processing production, scheduling, carrier release, rail operations, and regional/logistics interface. In some port locations, requires the management of export vehicles.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES- Manages daily processing requirements ensuring vehicles are accessorized correctly, quality checks are completed, and vehicles are released to carriers on a timely basis.
- Manages facility operations with collaboration from the port processor. Key activities are vessel discharges and purification, maintaining a consistent workforce to support production volumes, following standard operating procedures (SOPs) when processing and accessorizing vehicles, maintaining a safe work environment, and implementing corrective action to address issues.
- Effectively communicates Subaru of America's (SOA's) shipping schedules to the various service providers that support SOA's business at the port.
- Establishes daily communications with port processor and rail/truck carriers covering issues, productions plans, process improvement proposals, and workforce planning. Daily communications would be with local support teams. Escalation to upper management may be required to prioritize issues.
- Manages accessory and parts ordering and daily inventory requirements to support daily volumes, eliminating any delays in vehicle processing.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Maintains familiarity with monroney label printer and information technology (IT) requirements at port.
- Understands Customs documentation and requirements.
- Maintains familiarity with skilled (longshoremen and teamster) labor rules and agreements.
QUALIFICATIONS- Highly motivated and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Keen negotiation skills in a waterfront (port) environment.
- Understanding of or ability to quickly learn Subaru of America (SOA) Oracle Systems that support port operations for parts, vehicle processing, and billing
- Ability to be available on a 24/7 basis.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a driving record that is acceptable per Risk Management guidelines.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree or other equivalent experience in port operations and vehicle processing with at least 8-10 years experience
WORK ENVIRONMENT- Travel Requirements: 10% domestic
- Physical Demands: Able to lift up to 20+ lbs.
- Port Location: Vancouver, WA 98660
COMPENSATION: The recruiting base salary range for this full-time position is $94000-130000 / year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. (Internal Job Grade: M1)
WHY JOIN US? In addition to competitive salary, Subaru offers an amazing benefits package that includes:
Total Rewards & Benefits: - Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
- Pension, Profit Sharing, and 401K Match Offerings
- 15 Vacation days, 5 Floating Holidays, and 5 Sick days, and 9 Company Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program: Fifteen-Thousand-dollar Yearly Benefit
- Vehicle Discount Programs
Learning & Development: - Professional growth and development opportunities
- Direct partnership with senior leadership
- Formal Mentorship Program
- LinkedIn Learning License
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