Rail Operations Manager — Global Terminal Lead

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

APM Terminals Elizabeth invites a seasoned Manager of Rail Operations to lead daily rail activities across a high-volume port complex on the U.S. East Coast.

You will drive safety, service, and productivity while coordinating thousands of rail moves and ensuring real-time visibility of assets. The role requires five+ years in terminal operations with rail/intermodal experience, strong data analytics, and a proven ability to collaborate with unions and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Logistics or related field.
• Minimum five years of terminal operations experience, rail/intermodal preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Navis N4/XPS and rail planning tools.
• Experience in a unionized environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and drive productivity improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily rail operations to meet safety, service, and productivity targets.
• Coordinate 200,000+ annual rail moves and support 400,000 rail lifts regionally.
• Manage rail operating budgets through labor planning.
• Ensure real-time visibility of rail equipment using Navis N4/XPS.
• Monitor performance with dashboards to identify bottlenecks and improve customer service.
• Build cross-functional partnerships with internal departments, customers, and labor representatives.
• Oversee compliance with labor agreements and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

Rail operations

Leadership

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management / Logistics

Tools

Navis N4/XPS

Rail planning tools

GOS/TAS

Job description

APM Terminals Elizabeth invites a seasoned Manager of Rail Operations to lead daily rail activities across a high-volume port complex on the U.S. East Coast.

You will drive safety, service, and productivity while coordinating thousands of rail moves and ensuring real-time visibility of assets. The role requires five+ years in terminal operations with rail/intermodal experience, strong data analytics, and a proven ability to collaborate with unions and cross-functional teams.