Manager Planning

Damco Spain SL; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401 K Match

Job summary

A global leader in terminal management is seeking a Terminal Planning Manager to guide operational strategy and lead a team. The role involves optimizing terminal operations to enhance safety and efficiency and requires over 5 years of experience in planning and leadership. Competitive salary between $115,000 and $130,000 along with benefits like Health Insurance and Paid Time Off are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in planning and people leadership.
• Port equipment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop operational strategies for the terminal.
• Lead a team of 3-4 Assistant Managers.
• Coordinate terminal operations with high-volume container lifts.

Skills

Technical and operational skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you the person who can take our terminal to the next level by organizing maintenance strategically and with a focus on the future?

APM Terminals is a global leader in port and terminal management and part of the A.P. Moller–Maersk Group. We operate advanced terminals around the world, enabling global trade through safe, efficient, and sustainable operations. At APM Terminals, we believe our people are our competitive advantage. We foster a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement—offering meaningful opportunities to grow in a fast‑paced, operational environment.

Why this vacancy?

An exciting phase is ahead. With our ambitious Modernization Project, we will increase our terminal s capacity by 40% . We are integrating new technologies and advanced systems to unlock operational efficiencies . We are now looking for permanent colleagues to sustainably anchor key Management roles within our own organization.

The Role

As Terminal Planning Manager , you are responsible for developing operational strategies that transform the business to become safer, more efficient, customer centric and profitable .

Team: You lead a team of 3-4 Assistant Managers.

Reporting: You report to the Strategy and Planning Director.

Strategy: Shape the terminal’s competitive position by designing forward‑looking solutions that expand safe berth and yard capacity while adapting to evolving market demands. Partner across functions to unlock the full value of operational technologies and information systems, ensuring the terminal delivers reliable, data‑driven, and best‑in‑class service to its customers.

What will you do?

• Maintain safety and environmental policies.
• Lead and coordinate high-volume terminal operations while overseeing 1.4M+ container lifts and 12+ weekly vessel calls through advanced planning.
• Area of scope include setting appointment strategy, berth planning, capacity planning, managing ocean carrier SLAs, and optimizing terminal yard layout.
• Strengthen customer relationships by leading operational review meetings to align on performance, address service requirements, share improvements, and reinforce long‑term partnership value.
• Drive operational strategy and continuous improvement by executing short‑ and long‑term plans that integrate safety, efficiency, and technology optimization across all areas.
• Govern quality and process management by maintaining standardized documentation, process maps, validations, and performance evaluations to sustain and elevate operations.
• Develop mid to long term operational plans using TOS‑driven insights and data analytics to maximize equipment utilization , eliminate waste, and advance productivity through annual Kaizen initiatives.
• Model and simulate operational scenarios using historical data and operational parameters to optimize asset utilization , increase throughput, and reduce costs in coordination with global APMT teams.
• Provide hands‑on, safety focused leadership to ensure policy‑compliant, productive workforce practices and a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
• Grow operational leadership talent by mentoring Assistant Operations Managers and coordinating development opportunities that build strong capability and a sustainable pipeline.

What are we looking for?

Education: A relevant bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in planning and people leadership (port equipment experience is a plus).

Leadership: An inspiring connector with a "can-do" mentality and strong communication skills. Demonstrates a strong self‑initiative and motivation.

Skills: Technical and operational skills, analytical and continuous Improvement, Strong communication and collaboration skills, and organizational skills.

We offer:

A dynamic environment focused on Lean thinking and continuous improvement.

The chance to shape a department based on your own insights.

An opportunity for internals to advance their career within APM Terminals.

Market‑conform salary and attractive secondary benefits.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

1. APMT lean methodology program

2. Maersk Academy – catalogue of varied disciplines to add corporate skills.

3. Short Term Assignments (STAs) at relevant terminals within our portfolio.

4. Cross‑functional training opportunities to learn and rotate roles.

Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $115,000 – $130,000K
Benefits: Full time employees are eligible for Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401 K Match and more

DIMENSIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. General office setting , typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work, usually at a computer terminal – with short breaks or lunch period. However, there may be some bending/stooping, reaching above shoulder level, walking; standing; carrying light items such as papers, books, or packages of up to twenty‑five pounds. Should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with colleagues and customers; be able to navigate, view & enter information on the computer. Able to drive through and navigate the Terminal and may need to travel across the US & Canada and occasionally overseas. Work is occasionally required outdoors on Terminal. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may have to withstand exposure to outdoor/adverse working conditions. Must be able to work variable shifts including evenings & weekends when necessary.

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