Marine Operations Manager

American President Lines; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The CMA CGM Group is recruiting a Marine Operations Manager for our Vancouver office. You will oversee all marine and terminal operations for the ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert and provide cross-functional support for Seattle, Halifax, Montreal and St. John’s.

You will drive operational efficiency, audit OPEX performance, and collaborate with rail providers, port authorities and customers to sustain growth and cost effectiveness while upholding the CMA CGM standard of service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation/ Logistics.
• 5 years in the shipping industry, with strong knowledge of Terminal and Marine operations.
• Effective leadership and team management capabilities.
• Solid commercial understanding and business awareness.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day marine and terminal operations across Western Canada.
• Strive for exceptional customer service and promote CMA CGM brand in the industry.
• Manage cost-effective marine operations by reviewing KPIs and updating Executive Management.
• Maintain strong communication with marine terminals, port authorities, pilots, and rail providers.
• Drive operational efficiency to meet production targets and support the OPEX savings plan.
• Improve vessel on-time performance by aligning sailings with shift schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Budget awareness

Communication

Problem solving

Rail logistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation/Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

CMA CGM is recruiting for a Marine Operations Manager in our Vancouver office.

NOTE: ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORISED TO WORK IN CANADA: valid work permit, permanent resident or citizen.

POSITION SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Oversee all marine and terminal operations for the ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert, while providing cross-functional support for Seattle, Halifax, Montreal, and St. John’s. Partner with the Commercial team to support Canada’s aggressive growth strategy. Drive efficient operations and audit OPEX performance to achieve targeted Agility savings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the day-to-day management of terminal and marine operations across Western Canada.
• Strive for exceptional customer service and positive promotion of CMA CGM brand identity in the industry
• Manage cost-effective marine operations by reviewing daily KPIs, identifying terminal-related issues, and reporting key updates to Executive Management.
• Maintain strong communication and collaborative working relationships with marine terminals, port authorities, pilots, tug operators, husbandry agents, and rail providers
• Drive operational efficiency by meeting targeted production levels and supporting the OPEX savings plan.
• Improve vessel on-time performance by meeting proforma windows and ensuring sailings occur within allocated shift schedules to receive POV bonus incentive
• Collaborate with CP and CN railroads, along with ILS management, to improve IPI dwell performance, lower terminal utilization and reduce demurrage costs
• Represent CMA CGM by serving on the BCEMA board or participating in other industry organizations that support brand visibility and stakeholder engagement
• Work closely with customers, vendors, internal department and overseas as partners in resolving issues and creating strong relationships
• Other responsibilities as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Transportation/ Logistics
• Experience:
• 5 years in the shipping industry, with strong knowledge of Terminal and Marine operations
• Effective leadership and team management capabilities
• Solid commercial understanding and business awareness
• Working knowledge of railroad operations and related logistics
• Other:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft programs
  • Manage multiple priorities and make timely, informed decisions
  • Conduct frequent terminal visits to support operational oversight
  • Ability to interface professionally with vessel command
  • Willingness and ability to travel as required
  • Ability to participate in industry meetings, functions, and task forces
  • Lead staff and communicate daily on local operational matters
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to interpret audit results and explain budget variances
  • Ability to identify excessive costs, support expense reduction efforts, and report findings to the cost reduction team

We are an equal opportunity employer!

Join us at CMA CGM, where your potential meets endless possibilities, and together, we shape the future of global shipping.