Australia
2 days ago
Ocean Freight Transport Supervisor

We are currently recruiting an Ocean Freight Transport Supervisor to join our Ocean Freight Team! This role will be based at our Sydney Station, reporting to the Ocean Freight Import Forwarding Manager.

About Us

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 380,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as \"The logistics company for the world\"

At DHL, people mean the world to us. That is why our goal has always been to attract and retain the best talent ALL over the world. We provide both the challenge and opportunity for personal and professional development. We recognize the difference you bring to our business, and together we share the pride of building THE logistics company for the world.

Overall Role Purpose

As an Ocean Freight Transport Supervisor in our OFRI team, you will play a crucial role in shaping our import and transport strategies, ensuring seamless operations that meet our business objectives and exceed customer expectations. This position requires a blend of strategic thinking, operational expertise, and strong leadership skills to drive efficiency and foster collaboration across various teams.


Key Responsibilities

Leading the implementation of transport strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations and efficient handling of shipments.Managing the day-to-day operations of a small portfolio of key customers, ensuring seamless service delivery and fostering strong relationships to enhance customer satisfaction.Collaborating on the design and implementation of robust transport plans and processes to enable seamless pickup and delivery of customer materials and shipmentsDriving process efficiencies and cross-functional alignment across customer operations, billing, and program management, promoting the \"one file, one operator\" modelResponding promptly and professionally to stakeholder inquiries, maintaining a high standard of service excellenceServing as an escalation point for OFRI Transport Specialists, internal teams, overseas offices, and external partnersMonitoring key station performance metrics (KPIs) to ensure operational goals are metOverseeing IMPO staff task completion to ensure role clarity and executionReviewing and tracking auto-costing, rating, profit & loss files, and rate accuracy for continuous financial integrity.

Key Accountabilities

Build strong, trusting relationships with customers by demonstrating deep knowledge of their business and industry trendsAssess and understand customer needs to recommend tailored logistics solutionsLeverage market expertise to connect customer challenges with DHL solutions, delivering tangible business valueLead and close opportunities by positioning DHL as a trusted logistics partner


Skills / Qualifications required

• Minimum 3 years’ previous experience in Shipping/International freight forwarding industry in airfreight and/or ocean-freight transport roles
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in related field including at least 1-year supervisory experience
• OFRI knowledge and experience
• CargoWise system experience required
• Sound knowledge of Freight Forwarding and Logistics in general
• High degree of reliability
• Be a team player with a positive can-do attitude
• Be results driven and be able to demonstrate strong communication and administration skills
• Possess a high degree of attention to detail and a professional work ethic.

Why DHL Global Forwarding?

Apart from a competitive hourly rate; positive & friendly team, the ability to cross train and offer career progression and we also have some awesome Employee Benefits. Not only do you get discounts on everything from Health Insurance, Flights, Car Hire & Hotel Accommodation etc. - you also get to work with a great team of passionate people all working towards a common goal - delivering the best, proactive service for our clients!
So don't wait a moment longer for your next opportunity within your career.

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DHL - Excellence. Simply Delivered.

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