Senior Global OOG & Breakbulk Project Coordinator

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to manage complex import/export project cargo from execution through delivery. You will coordinate breakbulk, RORO, and OOG shipments, while partnering with trucking providers, warehouses, customers, and vendors to keep cargo on schedule.

The role requires CargoWise experience and a strong cost-management mindset. Applicants should have at least 5 years in project freight forwarding, a HS diploma, and preferably a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Bachelors Degree preferred, but not required.
• 5+ years of operations experience in project freight forwarding.
• Experience with breakbulk, RORO, and OOG flat rack shipments.
• Experience with CargoWise is required.
• Experience with air freight and government/ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OOG import and export shipments.
• Issue delivery orders to trucking carriers and warehouses.
• Ensure cargo is delivered on time and customer is kept informed of changes or delays.
• Help to mentor and train fellow team members on OOG cargo operations.
• Be the first point of contact for team operational issues escalated to project manager.
• Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Obtain and negotiate quotes from vendors.

Skills

MS Office

Import/Export docs

Customer service

Leadership

Independent worker

Logistics cost management

Vendor management

Quoting logistics shipments

Negotiation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required)

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Maersk is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to manage complex import/export project cargo from execution through delivery. You will coordinate breakbulk, RORO, and OOG shipments, while partnering with trucking providers, warehouses, customers, and vendors to keep cargo on schedule.

The role requires CargoWise experience and a strong cost-management mindset. Applicants should have at least 5 years in project freight forwarding, a HS diploma, and preferably a Bachelor's degree.