Automotive Supervisor – Al Futtaim Logistics

Job description / Role

Al Futtaim Logistics is the leading regional provider of world class Supply Chain Solutions rated among the top 5 Logistics companies in Middle East spread over 2 million sq. feet of existing warehousing and over 15 million sq. feet of existing open storage (auto/industrial) across the UAE. It also has a fleet strength of more than 500 vehicles, with operations in Gulf countries, Hong Kong and Singapore.

Our embedding in the Al Futtaim Group results in us providing wide ranging capabilities extending to:
• Freight Forwarding and Customs Clearance
• Warehousing and Contract Logistics
• Goods Transportation and Distribution
• People Transportation

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Automotive Supervisor to ensure all elements of the Auto Units Storage facility & distribution sites are supervised professionally, efficiently, safely and profitably on a continuous basis. The main purpose of the role is as follows:

* Achieve maximum customer satisfaction while maintaining optimum levels of operational efficiency at minimum cost
* Supervise both the fleet and drivers and ensure all staff have the ability to perform their roles to the required company standard.
* Total control and accountability of the remote sites under the incumbent's supervision.

Specifically, you will have the following key responsibilities:

* Follow, understand and strictly implement to your team our Customer SLA without compromising efficiency or incurring additional cost. Ensure monthly KPI targets are consistently achieved.
* Exceeding targets and suggesting initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency will assist in exceeding expectations in this objective.  Control manpower costs through strict utilization of overtime and ensure Trip and CC Allowance payments are analyzed before submission.
* Overall accountability for teams, distributing manpower as and when required to fulfil customer requirements, including Feeder Sites.
* Keep accurate records of driver performance and submit to Operations Manager on a monthly basis.
* Criteria should include damage, team work, QC compliance and initiatives taken by team members (to assist in identifying candidates for Value Awards).
* Non-conformances actions to be taken and escalation to Operations Manager
* Monitor fleet running costs and fuel consumption. Identify areas requiring improvement; develop plans to rectify shortfalls and implement accordingly.
* Review casual labour requirements daily to ensure sufficient labour to achieve all KPIs within target. Implement action plans to reduce reliance on sub-contractors.
* Conduct on-site inspections of yard, fleet and facilities, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and implementation of Kaizen 5S principles.
* Support the in-house IT division with systems development to achieve operational excellence. Report, feedback and present suggestions for system improvements with an analytical and process-driven approach.

Requirements

To apply for this role you should have the following skills, experiences and qualifications:

* Must have at least 2 years' experience within a similar supervisory role specifically in Transport Planning & Warehousing
* Must be adept in report generation
* Must be excellent in MS Office skills required
* Must have the ability to successfully control a team
* Must be an excellent communicator at all levels
* Must have logical thinking and planning ability
* Must be results orientated, with decision making and problem solving abilities
* Candidate with class 3 driving license preferred

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.