Port Manager

SUMMARY

Manages 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 REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor'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)

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