Assistant Manager- Operations -Logistics-Sabah

DP World; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company located in Kota Kinabalu is looking for an Assistant Manager – Logistics Operations. This role involves overseeing freight-forwarding operations and delivering top-notch customer service, with a focus on compliance and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in logistics and a strong problem-solving mindset. Join us to make a significant impact on our logistics operations in Sabah.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Logistics/Freight-forwarding operations.
• Experience in AMS/ACI filing process for shipments.
• Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage freight-forwarding operations for Ocean and Trucking.
• Provide best in class customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with trade regulations.

Skills

Service mindset

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Tertiary qualifications with minimum 5 years’ experience

Tools

MS Office

IT applications

Job description

Work Location: Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Assistant Manager – Logistics Operations is a newly created and exciting opportunity that comes with responsibilities in supporting to set‑up the necessary processes, systems for the efficient operations of our Kota Kinabalu branch’s logistics and distribution activities. Implement best practices to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty. Successful execution of this role can contribute significantly to the overall effectiveness of a logistics operations and offer solutions to build trusting relationship with our customers.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and oversee the freight‑forwarding operations for Ocean and Trucking
• Responsible for day‑to‑day activities including import/export processes comprising all modes of transportation (sea and road), warehousing, and contract logistics.
• Provide “best in class” customer experience to our Cargoes Logistics customers on all product & service offerings.
• Key contact for carrier negotiation in local pricing.
• Responsible for the operational results of all containers services, provide the highest level of service at the lowest cost.
• Key focal point of contact for carrier negotiation in local pricing.
• Prepare quotations for clients, potential clients, overseas/ interstate offices.
• Engagement with Regional teams for major RFI/ RFQs.
• Manage and provide a proactive approach to addressing customer claims, complaints, and queries, to enhance customer satisfaction, build trust, and establish a positive reputation.
• Responsible for the monthly performance data preparation and review.
• Work together with the sales team for customer relationship management and new service implementation.
• Ensure compliance with local and international trade regulations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications with minimum 5 years’ experience in Logistics/Freight‑forwarding operations.
• Experience in AMS/ ACI filing process for all shipments to TPS/ CAN ports sector.
• Excellent service mindset with ability to connect with customers and extend an extra mile in resolving their issues / concerns.
• Well versed with shipping (EXIM) processes and related services in international logistics business.
• Ability to communicate with clients, carriers, other forwarders, vendors.
• Effective verbal and written communications in English and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous and new set‑up environment. Requires a combination of skills in adaptability, problem‑solving, communications, and a positive attitude.
• Strong problem‑solving skills. Ability to analyze complex situations, break them down into manageable parts, and develop creative solutions.
• Proficiency in using MS Office and IT applications.
• Ability to manage priorities, be organised, methodical and deal well under pressure.

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About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 114,000 employees from 162 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. In Asia Pacific, DP World employs almost 10,000 people, and has ports and terminals in 18 locations.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end‑to‑end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

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