What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cargo Flow Analyst position at APL?
APL, one of the world's leading ocean carriers, offers more than 90 weekly services and call ports in over 50 countries worldwide and provides container transportation through an international shipping network which combines high-quality intermodal operations with advanced technology, equipment and e-commerce. APL is part of the CMA CGM Group, a leading worldwide shipping & logistics group with headquarters in Marseilles, France. The Group offers a complete range of activities including shipping, handling facilities in port as well as logistics on land.
SUMMARY DESCRPTION:
Position is responsible with vessel allocation optimization, monitoring booking activity, forecasting, various reporting activities, operational cost reduction.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Optimize all available allocations by strategically planning the vessels in close coordination with Trade, Ops, Logistics, and any other department involved, to maximize the space/weight allocations with full loaded containers and empty equipment.
Monitor the activity of bookings and cargo materialization to ensure proper planning of the ship and avoid overbooking situations leading to rolling cargo on dock; proactively provide clear breakdown of the situation to Trade Management and make suggestions to postpone or adjust bookings in advance.
Forecasting loading figures (cargo and empty equipment) in close cooperation with Trade and Logistics departments, to provide best possible projections for each voyage.
Proactively communicate with HO Ops Planners and provide full vessel simulation to ensure potential load lists do not compromise vessel stability.
Proper control of APL operated vessels, to utilize any unused space/weight by the partners.
Coordination of empty planning with the Equipment Department to optimize all vessels by planning the maximum of full & empty containers to achieve 100% TEU allocation used.
Calculate and report the loading forecast for every US port based on customer & trade knowledge, statistical analysis, and cargo readiness information.
Timely and accurately prepare daily/weekly and ad-hoc reports (i.e. daily booking forecast, port omissions, blank sailings, rolls on dock, idle cargo, etc.).
Support Trade as well as any other team, by responding to their queries regarding space approvals and questions about routing solutions, transit times, and vessel schedules.
Ongoing maintenance and update of the COA allocations in the specialized tool, to ensure setting proper booking limitations, in accordance with restrictions in place.
Actively participate with company's efforts on reducing OPEX by following the process in place, using timely reports on idle cargo, and promptly advancing to earlier sailings whenever justified.
Proactively suggest ideas to improve processes in place, business improvement opportunities, innovative ideas to better daily activities and take initiative to help reach the department's goals.
Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED required
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
1 – 2 years work experience preferred
Knowledge of geography & the various service options available worldwide to APL
Capability of working with large data bases and generate various reports
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (experience with Formatting, Pivot Tables, Formulas, V-lookups, etc.)
Excellent analytical skills to assess situations, anticipate issues, identify trends and resolve problems
Great attention to detail
Excellent multitasking and prioritization skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines on a daily basis
Ability to apply good logic and reasoning when problem solving and making decisions
Good writing and oral communication skills
Desire to take ownership of the assigned services and manage every operational aspect as described under “Responsibilities”
Ability to work within a dynamic environment and to demonstrate teamwork
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at Applicant_Assistance@apl.com .
SUMMARY DESCRPTION:
Position is responsible with vessel allocation optimization, monitoring booking activity, forecasting, various reporting activities, operational cost reduction.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Optimize all available allocations by strategically planning the vessels in close coordination with Trade, Ops, Logistics, and any other department involved, to maximize the space/weight allocations with full loaded containers and empty equipment.
Monitor the activity of bookings and cargo materialization to ensure proper planning of the ship and avoid overbooking situations leading to rolling cargo on dock; proactively provide clear breakdown of the situation to Trade Management and make suggestions to postpone or adjust bookings in advance.
Forecasting loading figures (cargo and empty equipment) in close cooperation with Trade and Logistics departments, to provide best possible projections for each voyage.
Proactively communicate with HO Ops Planners and provide full vessel simulation to ensure potential load lists do not compromise vessel stability.
Proper control of APL operated vessels, to utilize any unused space/weight by the partners.
Coordination of empty planning with the Equipment Department to optimize all vessels by planning the maximum of full & empty containers to achieve 100% TEU allocation used.
Calculate and report the loading forecast for every US port based on customer & trade knowledge, statistical analysis, and cargo readiness information.
Timely and accurately prepare daily/weekly and ad-hoc reports (i.e. daily booking forecast, port omissions, blank sailings, rolls on dock, idle cargo, etc.).
Support Trade as well as any other team, by responding to their queries regarding space approvals and questions about routing solutions, transit times, and vessel schedules.
Ongoing maintenance and update of the COA allocations in the specialized tool, to ensure setting proper booking limitations, in accordance with restrictions in place.
Actively participate with company's efforts on reducing OPEX by following the process in place, using timely reports on idle cargo, and promptly advancing to earlier sailings whenever justified.
Proactively suggest ideas to improve processes in place, business improvement opportunities, innovative ideas to better daily activities and take initiative to help reach the department's goals.
Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED required
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
1 – 2 years work experience preferred
Knowledge of geography & the various service options available worldwide to APL
Capability of working with large data bases and generate various reports
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (experience with Formatting, Pivot Tables, Formulas, V-lookups, etc.)
Excellent analytical skills to assess situations, anticipate issues, identify trends and resolve problems
Great attention to detail
Excellent multitasking and prioritization skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines on a daily basis
Ability to apply good logic and reasoning when problem solving and making decisions
Good writing and oral communication skills
Desire to take ownership of the assigned services and manage every operational aspect as described under “Responsibilities”
Ability to work within a dynamic environment and to demonstrate teamwork
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at Applicant_Assistance@apl.com .
