Visionary Logistics Leader

Head of Intermodal Transportation

As the Head of Intermodal Transportation, you will play a key role in driving growth and evolving our intermodal product. You will spearhead business transformation by formulating strategy and delivering results centered around exim/domestic rail and trucking business.

The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills to manage one of the largest portfolios for the region. They will also be responsible for developing overall talent pipeline for product as well as support operating leadership development.

Key responsibilities include:

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• Profit & Loss\
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  • Lead existing portfolio of IM business while developing domestic rail portfolio.\
  • Corridor and portfolio level financial and operating performance (cost/utilization).\
  • Continuous improvement with repurposing/optimization of assets to maximize efficiencies.\
  • Investment decisions and follow-up on the same.\
  • Optimize network with customers, customs, vendors, suppliers, and other statutory authorities.\
  • Develop Area business plan and execution intermodal strategy in alignment with global, regional, and other stakeholders.\
  • Customer-oriented end-to-end solutions and clear value propositions that stand out for targeted customer segments.\
  • Ensure consistent profitability in existing franchise.\
  • Rapidly expand business footprint.\
  • Work closely with procurement to develop and strengthen partnerships with rail operators including Private Rail Operators (PROs)\
  • Implement Standard Operating Procedures and drive continuous improvement through Kaizen to enable higher productivity at various sites.\
  • Establish Health Safety, Security, and Environment adherence.\
  • Drive compliance & regulatory adherence.\
  • Manage vendor audit & performance management.\
  • Efficiently manage DSO and DPO for key clients/vendors.\
  • Develop commercial acumen with analytical and negotiation skills.\
  • Provide leadership and energize people towards shared vision.\
  • Influence, collaborate, and drive business midst ambiguity.\
  • Entrepreneurial drive with cost-conscious mindset.\
  • Stakeholder management & conflict resolution.\
  • Ability to challenge status quo.\
  • Strategic mindset with demonstrated change & project management, analytical skills & vendor performance management.\
  • Experience in container logistics and land side transportation.\
  • Post graduate studies in general management/supply chain management.\
  • Fluent in English, excellent communication, and presentation skills.\
  • Preferably with good networks and connects in logistics industry.\
  • Minimum 15 years' experience in logistics industry with 10+ years' experience in managing P&L and leading large teams.\
  • Candidate should have strong background in Rail product development and Rail operations.\
  • Strong solution orientation and problem-solving mindset to innovate on the go.\
  • Executive presence, ability to obtain cooperation to meet objectives, drive engaging team.\