Project Manager - MPL

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Mentorship programs

Competitive benefits

Cross-functional collaboration

Job summary

Maersk is seeking an MPL Project Manager to lead end-to-end project logistics across multi-modal transportation. You will drive planning, execution, and closeout while serving as the primary contact for strategic customers and cross-functional partners.

This role emphasizes operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction on high-impact projects with global exposure. Travel and collaboration across time zones are expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing projects.
• Experience in project management within logistics or supply chain.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-modal logistics operations.
• Effective communicator with a customer-focused mindset.
• Analytical problem solver with ability to manage risks and drive solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to collaborate across time zones; language skills such as Chinese are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of project logistics shipments from planning through execution and closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication and service delivery.
• Coordinate multi-modal transportation across ocean, air, and land operations.
• Monitor and manage KPIs including on-time delivery, cost performance, and service quality.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance and cost efficiency.
• Lead, mentor and support 3-6 junior team members while fostering accountability and collaboration.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Customer-focused mindset

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field

Job description

At Maersk, we’re transforming global supply chains through end-to-end integrated logistics. As a global leader in connecting and simplifying trade, we help businesses move goods seamlessly across ocean, air, landside transportation, and warehousing, all supported by cutting edge technology and an extensive global network.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves. Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

About the role:

As an MPL Project Manager, you will lead the end-to-end execution of complex project logistics solutions within Maersk Project Logistics (MPL). Reporting to the Regional Head of MPL Operations you will act as the primary point of contact for strategic customers, ensuring safe, compliant, and on-time delivery across multi-modal transportation solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction across high-impact projects.

What We offer:

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a truly international company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with passionate colleagues around the world, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. Through the training and support we provide and learning on the job, you will have the chance to truly take your career all the way.

• Access to global learning platforms, in-house training, and mentorship programs to support career growth
• Opportunity to lead complex, multi-modal logistics projects with high customer impact
• Comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plan, and paid parental leave
• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration across global teams and advanced logistics operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end management of project logistics shipments from planning through execution and closeout
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication and service delivery
• Coordinate multi-modal transportation across ocean, air, and land operations
• Monitor and manage KPIs including on-time delivery, cost performance, and service quality
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance and cost efficiency
• Lead, mentor and support 3-6 junior team members while fostering accountability and collaboration

Who we are looking for:

We recognize that experience comes in many forms. If you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

• 5+ years of experience managing projects
• Demonstrated experience in project management within logistics or supply chain environments
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate matrix organizations
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-modal logistics operations
• Effective communicator with a strong customer-focused mindset
• Analytical problem solver with the ability to manage risks and drive solutions
• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field (preferred)
• Ability to collaborate across time zones; additional language skills such as Chinese are an advantage

Travel expectations:

10-25%

Salary:

$95,000 - $105,000*

• The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions, experience, and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.

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