Transport Operations Lead

PropositionTrading and Supply’s Distribution Operations & Midstream business plays a critical role in delivering value within Downstream & Renewables, driving towards our ultimate potential as a true integrator of choice, be it with Upstream, Downstream, or third-party customers.Distribution Operations lies at the heart of the Shell value chain embodying the lifeforce that seamlessly manages the transportation, storage and delivery of essential energy resources and solutions to our customers. We are the bridge that connects the value chain through strategic partnerships across Shell and enables integrated value delivery. We maximise the value of our existing assets and relentlessly pursue solutions that enable greater commercial value and reduce carbon intensity while upholding world class safety performance and risk management. We drive digital and automation solutions to create assets of the future. Through our road transport and terminal strategies, we aspire to deliver more value with less emissions whilst building greater resilience in supply chain volatility to thrive in the Energy Transition.DimensionsAs the RT Integrator Team Lead for Turkiye, you will lead a team of 6 Road Transport Integrators and play a crucial role in interfacing with key internal stakeholders of RT Turkiye, including Mobility and Supply (Channel Optimization and Commercial Oil Operations), as well as in liaising with external stakeholders like RT Contractor schedulers, Dealers and dispatchers reg. Shell expectations and core deliverables to ensure safe, cost effective and compliant deliveries to its customers.Provide coaching to the team, growing the capability level of the team.The RT Integrator Lead will report to the Road Transport Manager Turkiye and be based in country.Where You Fit In?As a successful candidate, you will be the team leader to 6 Road Transport Integrators who will need to master the interfaces with internal stakeholders of RT Turkiye (including Mobility and Supply) and external partners such as RT Contractor schedulers, Dealers and dispatchers. Your mission will be to engage and inspire the RT Integrators whilst upskilling and developing them. You will be setting the culture and expectations of a high performing team who is engaged, collaborative and has continuous improvement mindset.Accountabilities:Manage a team of Road Transport Integrators who manages day-to-day operational activities and provides the interface between RT Contractors and various Shell partners and stakeholders including: Mobility, Supply, Loading Locations, and Dealers. Key aspects of the role include but are not limited to:Informing and aligning on commercial terms and feasibility of, logistical steers with all stakeholdersMonitoring compliance with Plan vs. Actual liftings with RT ContractorsChallenge feedback from RT Contractors on operational performance including delivery against Monthly demand forecastEnsure RT Contractors maintain agreed Stockout and Working Capital levels and identify E2E improvement opportunitiesCoach, mentor, and support the Road Transport Integrator team as they act as the main focal point between RT Contractors and Shell systems and processes to ensure Contractor Schedulers can plan movements and Contractor drivers can load and deliver product on behalf of Shell.Contribute to ambitious Cluster Road Transport cost budget, value creation, service levels working in seamless collaboration with Finance, Mobility, Products/CO and New Business Integration.Download data from relevant systems, analyse and generate ad hoc reports as required by Road Transport TeamAct as Business Focal Point for the new Transport Management Platform, supporting RT Contractors as well as Shell Road Transport Contract management teams.Actively participate and contribute to Supply Chain Disruption and Crisis management when neededResponsible for the management of Master data held in GSAP and VMI.Identify areas for performance optimization and deliver improvements (E2E value opportunities as well as cost and efficiency challenges) by continuous improvement activities and stakeholder engagement.Liaise with peers from different regions & countries in Shell to share learnings and implement any improvement opportunities.Key Skills / RequirementsExcellent EnglishProven team leadership skills in building and leading high performing teamsProven stakeholder management skills enabling building and sustaining relationships with a wider range of internal and external stakeholdersExperienced in Distribution planning and use of Shell Scheduling systemsChampions Customer FocusProven capability in diverse Stakeholder Management at all levelsDelivery through othersProblem solvingMaximizes Business OpportunitiesContinuous improvement mindset (LEAN, CIP1 preferred)Demonstrates understanding E2E Supply ChainStrong achievement-orientation, motivation & ability to deliver quality results under pressureProvide leadership in HSSEProject ManagementUnderstanding of key business processes within an organizationCommunication/presentation skillsSPECIAL CHALLENGESTransport Management Platform is being deployed in support of Outsource Scheduling by RT Contractors. Challenges might arise out of this and need to be dealt with by the new Road Transport Integrator with support from Global System owner and deploy teams.Road Transport Integrator needs to be capable of dealing with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders that does require excellent communication skills and leadershipWorkload surges to intense levels during festive seasons, price adjustment days, peak summer months, and weekends—transforming routine operations into high-pressure, fast-paced environmentsDeliver year on year value improvements by demonstrating a strong commercial acumenHigh level of resilience needed to deal with multiple topics at same time as well as to cope with stressful and unknown situations caused by Supply Chain DisruptionsHave a strong “can-do” mindset and bringing innovative ideas to the teamWillingness to travel is required (on average approx. 10%)Being strong in delivery through others (i.e. RT Contractors) by having proven influencing skills.If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women and underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, and life experiences to apply.