Senior Manager, Equipment Quality Control (EQC) - Toa Payoh

The successful candidate will drive initiatives for quality improvement, vendor performance, and operational excellence across our global operations.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in strategic plans for equipment control to optimize container fleet utilization, minimize costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Engage in the accurate tracking and management of container inventory, ensuring timely availability and proper utilization across various depots, terminals, and vessels.
• Coordinate the movement and positioning of containers, including allocation, repositioning, and interchange activities, to meet operational requirements and customer needs.
• Contribute to the inspection, certification, and maintenance processes for containers, chassis, and other equipment.
• Support container maintenance and repair activities, collaborating with vendors and repair facilities to ensure timely and cost-effective service while adhering to quality and safety standards.
• Work cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, Commercial, and Technical teams to address equipment-related quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards (ISO, IICL, CSC, etc.).
• Participate in the equipment control budget, monitoring expenses, analyzing variances, and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising operational effectiveness.
• Establish performance metrics and KPIs to evaluate equipment utilization, maintenance efficiency, and service levels, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Contract negotiation with vendors (Leasing companies, depot)
• Support on the EQC strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with corporate goals.
• Stay abreast of industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements related to equipment control, ensuring compliance in all operational activities.
• Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in equipment control operations, developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure continuity of services.
• Lead support to EQC performance data, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
• Any ad-hoc duties as and when assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Maritime Studies, Logistics, Quality Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Equipment Quality Control, Container Management, Depot Operations, or a similar role, preferably within the shipowner or shipping sectors.
• Strong understanding of container types, repair standards (e.g., IICL guidelines), inspection protocols, and international compliance standards such as ISO/CSC regulations.
• Proven experience in managing third-party vendors, depots, and inspection contractors.
• Prior experience leading cross-functional projects or teams; budget management experience preferred, especially for GM level.
• Solid background in chartering and maritime operations is an advantage.
• Strong capability to negotiate, finalize agreements, and build strategic partnerships.
• Ability to make informed commercial decisions based on up-to-date market and operational intelligence.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports and provide timely market updates to senior management.
• Skilled at building and maintaining strong relationships with vessel owners, brokers, and key industry stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple demands, and adapt effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with depot management systems or asset tracking platforms is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required, as the role requires regular verbal and written communication with Chinese speaking stakeholders.

For more information, reach out to Kirc Lyndell Jareño at kirc@sallingsearch.com or Sanjay Eligeson at sanjay@sallingsearch.com to learn more.

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