Global Container Steering - Executive / Senior Executive

ocean network express pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ocean network express pte. ltd. is seeking an Inventory & Logistics Planning Analyst in Singapore to monitor container stock, analyze imbalances, and coordinate empty repositioning across terminals and depots. You will prepare KPI reports and support regional flow meetings to optimize operations.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office and Google Apps. A proactive, adaptable team player with attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Maritime Studies or relevant discipline.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Strong communication and presentations skills.
• Excellent problem-solving under pressure and attention to detail.
• Strong cross-cultural communication to coordinate with international offices.
• Adaptable professional with growth mindset and a proactive attitude.
• Proficient in MS Office and Google applications.
• Good data handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Track daily Asia container stock levels across ocean terminals and inland depots to maintain healthy inventory balances.
• Assist in analyzing equipment supply-and-demand imbalances to identify potential deficit and surplus locations.
• Coordinate the timely release and fulfillment of empty containers to support local sales and booking requirements.
• Prepare accurate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory, vessel utilization, and operational KPI reports.
• Coordinate the positioning of empty containers from surplus ports to deficit locations using feeder, main-haul, rail, and trucking networks.
• Liaise with Space Control and Vessel Operations to secure empty repositioning space
• Support weekly regional flow meetings to track EP execution, address bottlenecks, and communicate upcoming operational plans.
• Identify operational bottlenecks in daily flow routines and suggest actionable workflow improvements.
• Review Empty Positioning costs and identify equipment movements to flag illogical or redundant routings
• Utilize stock simulation tools and predictive models to track equipment deficits and input accurate forecasting parameters.
• Participate in the testing, user adoption, and optimization of new digital flow management tools and automated workflows.
• Cross-Functional Support: Coordinate closely with local port offices, RHQ, and GHQ counterparts to resolve daily operational bottlenecks.
• Assist with monitoring off-hire performance.
• Execute ad-hoc tasks and strategic assignments as delegated by the Manager / HOD

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Cross-cultural

Team player

Initiative

Attention to detail

Data handling

MS Office

Google Apps

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Maritime Studies

Tools

MS Office

Google Apps

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Track daily Asia container stock levels across ocean terminals and inland depots to maintain healthy inventory balances.
• Assist in analyzing equipment supply-and-demand imbalances to identify potential deficit and surplus locations.
• Coordinate the timely release and fulfillment of empty containers to support local sales and booking requirements.
• Prepare accurate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory, vessel utilization, and operational KPI reports.
• Coordinate the positioning of empty containers from surplus ports to deficit locations using feeder, main-haul, rail, and trucking networks.
• Liaise with Space Control and Vessel Operations to secure empty repositioning space
• Support weekly regional flow meetings to track EP execution, address bottlenecks, and communicate upcoming operational plans.
• Identify operational bottlenecks in daily flow routines and suggest actionable workflow improvements.
• Review Empty Positioning costs and identify equipment movements to flag illogical or redundant routings
• Utilize stock simulation tools and predictive models to track equipment deficits and input accurate forecasting parameters.
• Participate in the testing, user adoption, and optimization of new digital flow management tools and automated workflows.
• Cross-Functional Support: Coordinate closely with local port offices, RHQ, and GHQ counterparts to resolve daily operational bottlenecks.
• Assist with monitoring off-hire performance.
• Execute ad-hoc tasks and strategic assignments as delegated by the Manager / HOD

Requirements

• Degree in Maritime Studies or relevant discipline
• At least 3 years of related experience
• Strong communication skills and presentations skills
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities under pressure, sharp attention to detail, and strong cross-cultural communication skills to coordinate with international offices.
• An adaptable professional with a growth mindset who values diverse perspectives
• An enthusiastic team player with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset
• A results-driven professional with a strong ambition to exceed targets
• A forward-thinking self-starter who takes early initiative to optimize workflows
• Proficient in MS office and Google applications
• Good data handling skills