Senior Manager Express Amazon (Seattle, Washington, US)

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) • Senior Manager Express Amazon (Seattle, Washington, US) • 4d ago

About WFS

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of SATS Group, is a global leader in air cargo logistics and ground handling services. The SATS-WFS group employs over 46,000 people and assists more than 270 customers with a global footprint of more than 210 cargo and ground handling stations in 24 countries. WFS has 40 years of experience in aviation-related handling services and provides a vast scope of services while maintaining industry-leading safety and security standards.

Job Summary

The Air Logistics Senior Manager Express Operations will be responsible for the management of warehouse operations and airport ramp operations while also working with internal and external executive-level contract partners to ensure efficient handling of Express cargo.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, lead and control staff to promote a workplace culture of teamwork, self-motivation, and pride within a diversified and multi-cultural work environment.
Develop next level leaders and managers in both leadership and management skills.
Supervise staff to meet business needs and facilitate successful outcomes by following carrier’s Service Level Agreement performance standards.
Ensure operational leadership is monitoring and instructing Airport Ramp Agents and Warehouse Agents to follow safety rules and safety standards that are in place.
Participate in recruiting activities, interviewing candidates and making hiring decisions.
Assist in employee relations and/or conflict resolution, prepare performance appraisals, provide input for counseling and terminations.
Demonstrate diligence required to maintain security under local Airport Police, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and United States Customs/Border Protection (USCBP) Regulations and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Challenge any persons not displaying an airport I.D. badge within a WFS warehouse or any Airport Operational Area. (AOA).
Prepare various operational reports, providing weekly and monthly data regularly, including special reports requested on an ad hoc basis.
Must complete injury reports and damage reports as required.
Authorize/ensure post-accident and post-injury testing is done as required.
Assist customer representatives in providing information and data for various compliance reports and audits.
Maintain records and appointments necessary for employment on the airport such as airport badge appointments, USCBP interviews, or other government-required meetings.

Minimum Requirements

related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Airline/Logistics/Transportation experience preferred
5 years of leadership and management experience required
Must possess leadership skills with the ability to train and develop personnel
Must be able to continually respond to and prioritize within a fluid work environment
Must have ability to work across the 24/7 schedule based on the needs of the business

Preferred Skills

English proficiency (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, listening)
Mental abilities (e.g., visual observation and identification, mental rotation)
Interpersonal skills (e.g., customer service, dependability)
Computer literate with proficient use of software and/or computer programs (MS Office, SAP)
Knowledge of advanced arithmetic and mathematics
Knowledge of airline codes, prefixes, common cargo abbreviations
Comprehension of airway bill
Attention to detail
Ability to prepare written documents, communications, and counseling notices
Ability to follow instructions from the General Manager and customer(s)
Ability to act in a managerial position and give direction to Supervisors

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to work in a warehouse environment.
Sit and/or stand for short or extended periods of time.

Perks & Benefits

Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered with company match!
Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!