Ocean Freight Manager - Perishables & Cruise Logistics

gpac; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Job summary

Ocean Freight Manager role in North Miami, FL focusing on perishables and cruise logistics. You will lead a team, coordinate international sea freight from booking to final delivery, and maintain cold-chain integrity for time-critical cargo.

We seek 5-7+ years in freight forwarding/international logistics, with cruise/logistics experience, and strong carrier relationships. Bachelor's in a related field plus English proficiency (Spanish a plus).

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of freight forwarding or international logistics experience.
• Experience in commercial cruise line industry or marine procurement.
• Deep knowledge of maritime/ocean freight operations.
• Hands-on experience with perishable and temperature-controlled cargo.
• Reefer container and cold-chain management experience.
• Experience coordinating freight around strict vessel departure schedules.
• Existing relationships within the maritime ecosystem, including shipping lines, ports, and terminal networks.
• Previous leadership experience managing logistics or operations teams.
• Strong understanding of customs, international shipping documentation, and carrier requirements.
• Strong client and carrier negotiation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• English proficiency; Spanish is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day ocean freight operations and the execution team.
• Coordinate international sea freight from booking through final delivery.
• Manage refrigerated, perishable, temperature-controlled, and time-critical shipments.
• Coordinate reefer containers and maintain cold-chain requirements throughout transit.
• Work directly with shipping lines, ports, terminals, ship chandlers, customers, and internal operations teams.
• Troubleshoot disruptions before they jeopardize vessel departure schedules. Ensure accurate international shipping documentation and customs coordination.
• Maintain strong carrier relationships while negotiating and resolving operational issues.
• Drive high service levels and on-time performance.
• Help develop new business within the perishable logistics and cruise line supply chain sectors.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Leadership experience

Negotiation skills

Maritime knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Logistics/Supply Chain

Job description

Ocean Freight Manager role in North Miami, FL focusing on perishables and cruise logistics. You will lead a team, coordinate international sea freight from booking to final delivery, and maintain cold-chain integrity for time-critical cargo.

We seek 5-7+ years in freight forwarding/international logistics, with cruise/logistics experience, and strong carrier relationships. Bachelor's in a related field plus English proficiency (Spanish a plus).