Ocean Product Manager

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Job summary

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Oceanfreight Product Manager to lead the seafreight division in Cape Town. You will drive growth and profitability by optimizing operations, supporting the sales team, and building strong client and partner relationships.

The role focuses on managing day-to-day seafreight activities, identifying opportunities for commercial growth, and coordinating with international offices to strengthen the division’s offering.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a Seafreight Manager role or similar senior position.
• Strong operational knowledge of seafreight including imports/exports and end-to-end forwarding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day seafreight operations ensuring shipments meet requirements.
• Drive efficiency, service delivery and continuous improvement across the division.
• Lead and develop the seafreight team with guidance and performance management.

Skills

Seafreight

Operations management

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Job description

A large international clearing and forwarding organisation is seeking an experienced and client-driven Oceanfreight Product Manager to take the lead in heading up their seafreight division in Cape Town.

Join our leading clearing and forwarding client where you will play an integral part in driving the growth and profitability of the seafreight division, through operational efforts and by supporting the sales team in growing the product.

This opportunity offers a monthly profit-share incentive, making it an exciting position for someone who is driven and motivated by results.

They are looking for a professional and experienced individual with 3–5 years’ experience in a Seafreight Manager role or a similar senior position. The ideal candidate will have strong operational expertise while also having experience supporting commercial activities, identifying opportunities and contributing towards business growth.

Duties

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the seafreight division, ensuring shipments are handled efficiently and in line with company and client requirements.
• Drive operational efficiency, service delivery and continuous improvement across the seafreight department.
• Manage and support the seafreight team, providing leadership, guidance and performance management where required.
• Work closely with the commercial team to identify new business opportunities and support the growth of the seafreight division.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key clients, service providers and international offices/partners.
• Monitor divisional performance, profitability and operational costs, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
• Assist with pricing, tenders and commercial proposals where required.
• Ensure that operational processes, documentation and compliance requirements are consistently maintained.
• Resolve escalated operational and client-related issues efficiently and professionally.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities to strengthen the division’s offering.

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years’ experience in a Seafreight Manager role or similar senior seafreight position.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle.
• Strong operational knowledge of the seafreight industry, including imports, exports and end-to-end forwarding processes.
• Proven commercial awareness with experience supporting business development and revenue growth.
• A strong understanding of freight forwarding processes, industry requirements and relevant documentation.
• Commercially driven with a strong understanding of profitability and cost management.

If you are ready to take the next step in your seafreight career and make a measurable impact within a growing division,

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