Operations Manager

Terminal Investment Limited; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Terminal Investment Limited seeks an experienced Operations Manager (LATAM) to join our Geneva headquarters. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive productivity and capacity improvements, and ensure safety and compliance across the network.

The role requires 5–10 years in container terminals, strong data analytics, and fluency in Spanish and English. You will partner with terminal leadership to implement Kaizen initiatives and report performance to management.

Qualifikationen

• 5–10 years of experience in container terminal operations or efficiency.
• Knowledge of terminal operating procedures and systems.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive improvements.
• Fluent Spanish and English; excellent communication.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with terminal leadership to develop productivity and capacity initiatives.
• Track progress of improvement projects and report outcomes.
• Implement performance improvements including tech upgrades and workforce optimization.
• Support staff on SOPs and productivity techniques with safety priority.
• Ensure compliance with TiL health and safety requirements.
• Foster continuous improvement and operational excellence across the org.
• Lead cross-terminal initiatives such as Kaizen.
• Produce reports on terminal capacity, productivity, and volume.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners on master plan initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Operations leadership

Cross-functional teams

Data-driven

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Spanish & English

Six Sigma

Tools

Kaizen

Jobbeschreibung

Terminal Investment Limited (TiL) is one of the world's leading container terminal operators, with a global portfolio spanning multiple continents. As part of our continued commitment to operational excellence, we are seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager (LATAM) to join our headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

In this pivotal role, you will work at the heart of TiL's global operations function, partnering with terminal leadership across our network to drive performance improvement, capacity optimization, and best-in-class standards. You will bring deep expertise in container terminal operations, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to lead cross-terminal initiatives that deliver measurable impact. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned operations professional to contribute to the strategic development of a world-class organization from its global hub.

Main Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with terminal leadership and operational teams to develop action plans and initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and capacity.
• Track and report on the progress of improvement initiatives, highlighting achievements, challenges, and opportunities for further optimization.
• Implement performance improvement projects, including process reengineering, technology upgrades, and workforce optimization initiatives.
• Support terminals staff on best practices, standard operating procedures, and productivity enhancement techniques always prioritizing safety.
• Ensure Terminals compliance with TiL Minimum Health and Safety requirements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across the organization by promoting a mindset of innovation, learning, and adaptation.
• Lead cross-terminal activities for continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen
• Produce regular reports on terminal capacity, productivity, and volume, providing insights to management and stakeholders to support decision‑making processes.
• Support the implementation of master plan initiatives, coordinating with internal teams and external partners as needed.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

• 5-10 years of experience in Operations/Efficiency/Operational Excellence within container terminals.
• Thorough knowledge of terminal operating procedures, systems, and efficient drivers.
• Proven track record in analyzing operations, enhancing performance, and optimizing processes within the container sector.
• Ability to manage multiple priority projects logically, consistently, and accurately.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data sets and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma expertise is beneficial.
• Proficient in written and verbal Spanish & English, with expertise in concise and impactful communication through writing and presentations, including advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.