Job Description

IT'S NOT JUST AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET ON THE CAREER LADDER.

IT'S AN OPPORTUNITY TO HELP THE WORLD GET ON TOGETHER

Why do people call us the world's most international company? Is it because we operate in more countries than any other logistics provider? Is it because we invented cross border shipping over 45 years ago? Or is it, perhaps, because what we do connects people across the world. And the more we can connect people, the better life on earth becomes.



We love our role in the world. And we're looking for the right people to help us maintain - and grow it. People like you.

Role Context

To manage, direct and enhance the growth and development of the country within the designated area to ensure the Company's established objectives are enhanced within agreed fiscal parameters.

Key Responsibilities

Quality


To integrate quality into the business by ensuring that every customer contact is a demonstration of absolute dedication towards providing first time ideal solutions for the satisfaction of customer's immediate and future needs. To implement ISO standards and procedures at all times.

Strategic and Business Plans


In conjunction with Regional and Global objectives, develop and propose long term strategic and business plans which ensure that agreed targets are met or exceed in the area of responsibility.

Achieve Budget Targets


Achieve budgeted targets with respect to revenue, EBIT, volume, cash flow, index, DSO, controllable contribution and notional results on a country basis, as well as non-financial indices such as sustainability, EOS and the like.

Service Standards


Champion and ensure that exceptional standards of service are achieved within the areas as established by Regional and Global policy; ensure that proper measurement tools are in place and that corrective action is taken with respect to identified service failures, productivity improvements and teamwork.

Sales and Marketing Strategies


Develop, propose and review sales, marketing, advertising and public relations strategies, plans and schedules to achieve agreed annual targets; ensure consistency with Regional and Global objectives.

Develop and Expansion Opportunities


Evaluate assess market viability of new or modified service developments; co-ordinate with Regional Management to determine action plans, market potential and profitability of proposed new products or services.

Senior Management Recruitment, Development and Succession


Recruit, select, train, develop, evaluate and motivate senior staff, ensuring a high standard of Country and Area Management in key positions for the present and future organisation.

Human Resources


Ensure that key functional personnel maintains a fully staffed, well-trained, motivated work force by providing a working environment which fosters an emphasis on employee engagement, service quality, team spirit, career development, high quality work tools and suitable reward programme.

Budget Preparation


Oversee that annual operation budget preparation for the Area, ensuring that established target dates are met. Propose annual operating budget to Regional Management.

Business Contacts


Liaise with representatives from customer companies, government and regulatory bodies, airline security and airport authorities, community agencies and ensure that the desired company image is projected at all times.

Communication


Ensure that effectively communicate systems are in place w.r.t. Key Managers and Staff, as well as Regional Management to expedite the dissemination of information and provide timely management reporting.

Legal Requirements


Ensure that all statutory and filing requirements are maintained according to local laws.

Network Agreements


Ensure that all operating agreements are viable and are respected by the relevant authorities and local entities

Minimum Requirements

Education and experience

Expected Qualifications


Related Business Qualification Post graduate qualification Minimum of 6 years in Logistics and/or courier industry 8 - 10 years' experience in Management Excellent change management and project management skills Experience in a matrix organisation. Developed networking skills, stakeholder engagement skills and negotiation skills to build cross-functional collaborative relationships

Leadership Attributes

Being Results Oriented


I talk passionately about the company strategy and goals. I break down our company goals into tangible objectives relevant for myself and/or my team. I deliver on promised results.

Leveraging Strengths


I allocate responsibilities and decision-making authority considering the strengths of myself and others. I regularly give and welcome timely and specific feedback. I coach others to further develop their strengths.

Providing Purpose


I explain to others what a changing world means for our business. I help others understand their individual contribution for our company's success. I inspire my team, customers, and colleagues by sharing personal experiences, stories, and views

Having And Creating Trust


I show appreciation for others and care for their personal goals and needs. I listen to different perspectives and facilitate collaboration within and beyond the team. I keep my commitments

Focusing On Clear Priorities


I am balancing short?term and long?term priorities involving my team and/or others. I identify and stop non?priority topics and encourage others to do the same. I admit when I make a mistake and take action to fix it

Being Positive About Challenges, Uncertainty & Change


I am adaptive to new ideas and approaches and encourage this in my team and beyond. I remain optimistic, resilient, and focused during challenging times. I support others to stay positive and confident in uncertain times or when things go wrong.

We are looking forward to your application.