Sea Logistics Cluster Leader: Growth & Operations

Kuehne + Nagel Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne + Nagel Pte Ltd in Singapore invites a Cluster Sea Logistics Manager to lead the Sea Logistics function, balancing customer satisfaction, operational excellence and financial performance. You will oversee the overall Sea Logistics operations while developing a capable, engaged team.

You will drive business development, strengthen partnerships with customers and vendors across Singapore and the wider region, and ensure regulatory compliance while achieving profitability targets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration.
• 8–12 years of Sea Logistics experience with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of Sea Logistics operations (FCL/LCL, import/export, carrier management).
• Experience in commercial and financial management including revenue and profitability drivers.
• Proven track record in business development and customer relationship management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Sea Logistics team to achieve revenue, profitability and growth objectives.
• Drive business development through pipeline reviews, market opportunities and performance analysis.
• Strengthen customer relationships and ensure successful SOPs and service standards.
• Build partnerships with customers, carriers and vendors across Singapore and region.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, policies and industry standards; maintain audit readiness.
• Champion regional/global initiatives with local adoption and execution.
• Monitor performance via P&L management, cost control and financial analysis.
• Develop procurement and pricing strategies supporting growth.
• Foster talent development and succession planning across the organisation.
• Collaborate with regional counterparts to share best practices and drive sustainable growth.

Skills

Sea Logistics

Leadership

Business Development

Customer relations

Financial management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Multicultural environment

Education

Bachelor in Logistics, SCM, or Business Administration

Job description

Kuehne + Nagel Pte Ltd in Singapore invites a Cluster Sea Logistics Manager to lead the Sea Logistics function, balancing customer satisfaction, operational excellence and financial performance. You will oversee the overall Sea Logistics operations while developing a capable, engaged team.

You will drive business development, strengthen partnerships with customers and vendors across Singapore and the wider region, and ensure regulatory compliance while achieving profitability targets.