Terminal Manager

APM Terminals; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

And more!

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Depot Operations leader in Houston to oversee multi-shift facilities and drive safe, efficient service for cargo handling. You will guide safety programs, manage labor relations, and align operations with global standards, ensuring high customer satisfaction and financial performance.

The role emphasizes recruitment, training, and continuous improvement to optimize asset utilization and profitability while maintaining regulatory compliance and risk controls.

Qualifications

• Leadership of depot operations and safety programs.
• Ability to drive customer relations and business growth.
• Strong focus on financial performance and costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead Safety, Environmental and Health & Wellness measures.
• Direct customer relations efforts and grow business.
• Develop and scale operations at Maersk/CMCA site and Bayport facilities.
• Oversee recruitment, training, engagement and labor relations.
• Drive financial performance with margins, asset utilization and cost control.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Foster continuous improvement and report performance monthly.

Skills

Leadership

Safety & Compliance

Customer Relations

Financial Acumen

Job description

About Us

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us! If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you! Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end‑to‑end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process.Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

Leadership

Lead the Maersk/CMCA Depot Operations Business unit. Overall, responsible for the financial performance of the depot operation, in addition to the site and operational safety, productivity, labor relations and customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the APM‑M Safety, Environmental and Health & Wellness measures to ensure we meet our industry leading obligations to keep our people, environment, equipment and cargo free from harm.
• Lead the customer relations efforts in all aspects of the facilities operations, earning their trust and growing the business.
• The position focuses on developing and scaling operations at the Maersk/CMCA site and Bayport‑area facilities (including the Port of Houston and Barbour’s Cut) to achieve global operational standards.
• Ensure employee recruitment, training, engagement and effective labor relations are a priority of the team leadership.
• Ensure financial performance and effective fiscal responsibility are driven through the organization with focus on competitive margins, asset utilization and cost management.
• Ensure all compliance standards and regulatory matters maintained by all company personnel.
• Introduce and maintain a continuous improvement and risk management mindset in the operations.
• Ensure the Facility General Manager and Regional Depot Leadership are properly informed of the facility performance through Monthly Meetings and ad‑hoc communications.

• Health, Safety, Security and Environment of the Business
• Customer Centricity
• Business growth and profitability.
• Operational KPI’s
• Customer Satisfaction
• Vendor Relationship
• Investments
• Customer Solution Development
• Regulatory Requirements US Depot Management Affiliated Maersk WND / L&S and other associated functional Product Leaders and Teams EMR Team NorthStar Team Governmental entities with regulatory oversight of operations Transportation related carriers and organizations External suppliers and vendors Port / Terminal / Trucking or Logistics knowledge and experience P&L experience and strong working knowledge of the key levers of profitability Understanding and experience in Labor Relations in the transportation industry Transportation industry commercial business acumen and ability to engage with customers Continuous Improvement mindset Safety and Risk Management mindset Vendor and supplier management skills Capacity for higher leadership opportunities Customer Satisfaction EBIT Margin Annual Revenue and Volume Growth Non-organic business growth Asset / Capacity Utilization

Working Hours

This position oversees a multi‑shift operation that requires a 40 hour work week during standard business hours. In addition, this position requires availability during nights, weekends, and holidays, based on customer and/or business needs, including potential adjustments for global time zone differences.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range

Pay Range: $105k-110k *The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking.

Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process.

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Company Overview

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end‑to‑end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end‑to‑end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.

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