Intermodal Depot Manager

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 150,000 people worldwide, including 2,900 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operational activities at the depot to assure container and chassis handling and related activities are accomplished in an efficient and safe manner. Direct and manage the department staff to efficiently perform data integrity and container and chassis movements. Ensures the timely delivery of daily service requirements to customers. Instruct and supervise team of the gate, yard personnel and on-site vendors. Provide supporting documentation for depot AP/AR processing. Establish Maintenance and repair estimates and review for approval to vendors. Work with other departments and team members to resolve inquires and disputes. monitor emails, reply manage departmental email communications. Support AP/AR teams in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department, Assist with weekly payroll status.

This position will be responsible to:

• Manage depot staff and operational activities.
•  Provide supporting documentation for depot AP/AR processing.
•  Establish Maintenance and repair estimates and review for approval to vendors.
• Work with other departments and team members to resolve inquires and disputes, monitor and manage departmental email communications.
• Support AP/AR teams in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department.
• Assist with weekly payroll status.
• Knowledge of applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Escalation management.
• Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.

Skill Sets / Education & Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma required.
• Functional level of analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills. (Verbal and written).
• Excellent phone etiquette and proven customer service abilities.
• Proficient computer skills to include basic Microsoft applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, Internet Explorer)
• Detailed oriented with a strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Keep a clean workspace and follow required safety procedures and guidelines
• Knowledge of CEDEX repair codes.
• Knowledge of CMA-CGM container repair criteria, Trac Chassis FMCSA inspection requirements.
• Efficient with DS5 system and Newport System.

CMA-CGM (America) LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

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