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

gpac is seeking an Ocean Freight Manager for Perishables & Cruise Logistics in North Miami, FL. You will lead day-to-day ocean freight operations, manage a team, coordinate international sea freight from booking through final delivery, and safeguard cold-chain integrity for perishable shipments.

The Strongest Candidate will have 5-7+ years in freight forwarding or international logistics, cruise industry experience, and strong carrier relationships.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years freight forwarding or international logistics experience.
• Experience in cruise line logistics or marine procurement.
• Deep knowledge of maritime/ocean freight operations.
• Hands-on perishable and temperature-controlled cargo experience.
• Reefer container and cold-chain management experience.
• Experience coordinating freight around vessel departure schedules.
• Strong knowledge of customs and international shipping documentation.
• Strong client and carrier negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day ocean freight operations and the team responsible for execution.
• Coordinate international sea freight from booking through final delivery.
• Manage refrigerated, perishable, temperature-controlled shipments.
• Coordinate reefer containers and maintain cold-chain throughout transit.
• Work with shipping lines, ports, terminals, customers, and internal teams.
• Troubleshoot disruptions to protect vessel departure schedules.
• Ensure accurate shipping documentation and customs coordination.
• Maintain strong carrier relationships and resolve operational issues.
• Drive high service levels and on-time performance.
• Help develop new business in perishable logistics and cruise supply chain.

Skills

Maritime logistics

Cold-chain management

Team leadership

Carrier coordination

Customer relationship management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Logistics

Job description

gpac is seeking an Ocean Freight Manager for Perishables & Cruise Logistics in North Miami, FL. You will lead day-to-day ocean freight operations, manage a team, coordinate international sea freight from booking through final delivery, and safeguard cold-chain integrity for perishable shipments.

The Strongest Candidate will have 5-7+ years in freight forwarding or international logistics, cruise industry experience, and strong carrier relationships.