Transport Manager [FLO LoFLC]

Maersk; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

APM Terminals is seeking a candidate for a role focused on commercial and vendor sourcing within the transport department. The position involves performing commercial costing and managing vendor rates through RFQs/RFIs, contributing to business planning, and leading teams.

Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and the ability to work independently. APM Terminals promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a related area or practical knowledge via advanced education.
• Ability to apply practical methods and processes; evaluate solutions within area of expertise.
• Capability to work independently within defined boundaries, with supervision on complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial costing and sourcing for transport, including RFQ/RFI submission and rate benchmarking against market.
• Source vendors/transporters and manage rate negotiations to ensure competitive pricing.
• Contribute to planning and execution of transport-related business plans and policies.
• Lead and manage direct and/or indirect reports, including hiring, coaching, performance reviews, and development for future assignments.
• Set direction for operational areas and develop business and operational practices.

Job description

Overview

Commercial and Vendor Sourcing - Transport: perform commercial costing and selling for Transport department, including sourcing vendors/transporters rates and submitting RFQ/RFI. The role supports TMS growth and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial costing and sourcing for transport, including RFQ/RFI submission and rate benchmarking against market.
• Source vendors/transporters and manage rate negotiations to ensure competitive pricing.
• Contribute to planning and execution of transport-related business plans and policies.
• Lead and manage direct and/or indirect reports, including hiring, coaching, performance reviews, and development for future assignments (as applicable).
• Set direction for operational areas and develop business and operational practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous work experience in a related area or practical knowledge via advanced education.
• Ability to apply practical methods and processes; evaluate solutions within area of expertise.
• Capability to work independently within defined boundaries, with supervision on complex tasks.

Organisation and Inclusion

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, or genetic information. We support accommodations during the application and hiring process. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

About Maersk

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company operating in 130 countries with ~100,000 employees. We connect and simplify supply chains to enable customers to trade and grow by transporting goods worldwide.