Head of Global Freight
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About the Role
Emirates Leisure Retail seeks a Head of Global Freight to lead end-to-end global freight and compliance across all modes and regions. The role involves defining freight strategy, managing carrier selection and performance, and optimizing cost and service across the global network.
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Responsibilities
- Define and govern the end to end Group Freight strategy aligned to business objectives
- Oversee global import and export compliance, including classification, origin, destination, and customs governance
- Develop objectives and KPIs for Group Freight; lead performance and talent processes
- Define and operate a new to be operating model for a world class transportation function
- Lead carrier, Freight forwarder, and 3PL selection, negotiation, and performance management
- Develop and own key KPIs aimed at optimizing COGS, Landed Cost, Duty, GP Margin, Overall Freight cost, Working Capital, lead time, and supplier performance
- Develop and own transportation and duty budgets, driving cost optimization and duty efficiency
- Build strong internal relationships with Commercial/Category/Finance leaders to optimize cost and service
- Build and create an exceptional global network with external providers across logistics
- Collaborate across the Supply Chain to embed into the organizational structure and new ways of working
Requirements
- At least 10 years of Global Freight experience within FMCG/F&B (preferred)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management (or equivalent)
- Global Multi Model Experience
- Experience of working for or closely with Freight Forwarders / Ocean Liners
- Knowledge in International purchasing
- Process oriented with a systematic approach to issues
- Highly analytical & numerate, with the ability to interpret large amounts of information
- Ability to effectively communicate, influence, and challenge others
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Job Purpose
- Lead the end to end Global freight and compliance across all modes and regions to develop a world class freight function aimed at optimising and balancing service v cost across the global network of MMI and ELR.
Key Position Accountabilities
- Define and govern the end to end Group Freight strategy aligned to business objectives (growth, service, working capital)
- Oversee global import and export compliance, including classification, origin, destination, and customs governance
- Develop objectives and KPIs for Group Freight; lead performance and talent processes (hiring input, capability building, succession)
- Define and operate a new to be operating model aimed at delivering a world class transportation function
- Lead carrier, Freight forwarder, and 3PL selection, negotiation, and performance management
- Develop and own key KPI’s aimed at optimizing COGS, Landed Cost, Duty, GP Margin, Overall Freight cost, Working Capital, lead time, and supplier performance
- Develop a rigorous continuous improvement mentality where cost is continually monitored and optimized.
- Develop and own transportation and duty budgets, driving cost optimization and duty efficiency
- Develop a procurement strategy that continually evolves to allow us to review and optimize costs
- Build strong internal relationships with Commercial/Category/Finance leaders to optimize cost and service
- Build and create an exceptional global network with external providers across logistics (Freight Forwarders, Ocean Lines, 3PLs), suppliers/agencies, and government agencies (ports, customs) to ensure optimum and continual flow of product
- Collaborate across the Supply Chain to embed into the organizational structure and new ways of working
Selection Criteria
- At least 10 years of Global Freight experience within FMCG/F&B (preferred)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management (or equivalent)
- Global Multi Model Experience
- Experience of working for or closely with Freight Forwarders / Ocean Liners
- Knowledge in International purchasing
- Process oriented with a systematic approach to issues
- Highly analytical & numerate, with the ability to interpret large amounts of information
- Ability to effectively communicate, influence, and challenge others
Dimensions and Statistics
- Area(s) of Operation: UAE and International markets
- Size of Team (Total Number of Employees): 2 to 6
- Direct Reports (Number): 2
- Indirect Reports (Number & Positions): 4
- Nature and Value of Financial Accountabilities: Owns freight cost and impact on Landed Duty Cost
Critical Competencies
- Customer Focus
- Passion
- Teamwork
- Knowledge and Skills
- Integrity
- Planning and Organizing
- Influence
- Strong Numerical and Analytical Thinking
- Communication
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