RoRo Freight Operations Supervisor / Team Leader - Japan Exclusive job

Job Description & Position Highlights

• Manage a small team handling international freight transportation, including RoRo, OOG, and heavy-lift projects
• Work directly with heavy machinery and project cargo, experiencing the satisfaction and sense of accomplishment that comes from meeting customer expectations
• An environment where you have the autonomy to contribute to the business growth and strategy of the Japanese subsidiary, with the potential for position promotion in the future
• Supports hybrid work arrangements and domestic and international business travel, with ample opportunities for training and personal growth in an international environment

Job Responsibilities
A customer-focused, international freight forwarder is wanted to manage the small Kobe-based team of a respected international OOG, RoRo and used machinery logistics company.
The role will suit a junior manager or an experienced operator looking to get progress into a management role with Established Japanese entity already operational with stable and growing client base Long-established and forward thinking Australian-owned business with open management style.

• International heavy-lift and RoRo specialization
• Direct involvement in major machinery and project cargo
• Opportunity to build the Japan business
• High autonomy
• International exposure
• Strong relationships with RoRo and heavy-lift carriers
• Fast decision-making environment
• Direct access to company directors
• Promotion prospects to Country Manager
• Stable base salary and profit sharing opportunities
• Opportunity to influence strategic decisions and grow something meaningful
• Family-friendly company
• Training and personal development opportunities
• Managing staff

Employment Type
Permanent employee

Salary
Remuneration negotiable, in line with experience and capabilities.

Working Hours
9:00 - 18:00 JST

Work Location
In accordance with company regulations
*This can be an office-based or hybrid role and will involve some domestic and international travel.

Holidays & Leave
In accordance with company regulations

Benefits & Welfare
In accordance with company regulations

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years international freight forwarding experience, with a good understanding forwarding fundamentals, preferably within the RoRo / OOG / Project space.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English is essential, as is a desire to deliver the highest level of customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some experience with carrier negotiation, claims management, Cargowise software, ISO quality management and vendor evaluation and selection would be beneficial but not essential.