Maritime Logistics Manager: Vessel Spares & Shipments

Wilhelmsen Ship Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Great opportunities for advancement

Global opportunities

Job summary

Wilhelmsen Port Services is seeking an experienced Maritime Logistics Manager to oversee the transportation, storage, customs clearance, and delivery of vessel spares and packages supporting vessels calling Houston and other U.S. ports.

The role coordinates time-sensitive shipments, ensures compliance with CBP regulations, and serves as the primary contact for customers and vendors. Join a global team dedicated to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting maritime, shipping, port agency, or vessel operations.
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
• Experience handling vessel spares-in-transit shipments.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials shipping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily logistics operations involving vessel spares, packages, equipment, and related shipments.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, transportation, and delivery of materials to vessels, terminals, warehouses, and customer locations.
• Oversee domestic and international inbound and outbound shipments.
• Ensure timely handling of urgent and critical deliveries to minimize vessel delays.
• Monitor shipment status and provide proactive updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate deliveries based on vessel schedules, terminal requirements, and port restrictions.
• Manage customs clearance activities in collaboration with customs brokers and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs requirements and applicable import/export regulations.
• Review and maintain shipping documentation, including invoices, packing lists, airway bills, bills of lading, and delivery receipts.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries related to vessel logistics and spares delivery.
• Investigate and resolve shipment discrepancies, service issues, and customer concerns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, freight forwarders, trucking companies, warehouses, and customs brokers.
• Negotiate transportation, storage, and handling rates while maintaining service quality.
• Monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Develop efficient shipment tracking, handling, and delivery processes.
• Maintain backup logistics providers to support urgent and after-hours operational needs.

Skills

Maritime logistics

Customer service

Vessel spares-in-transit

CBP regulations knowledge

Shipping operations

Job description

Wilhelmsen Port Services is seeking an experienced Maritime Logistics Manager to oversee the transportation, storage, customs clearance, and delivery of vessel spares and packages supporting vessels calling Houston and other U.S. ports.

The role coordinates time-sensitive shipments, ensures compliance with CBP regulations, and serves as the primary contact for customers and vendors. Join a global team dedicated to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.