Senior Project Manager - Maritime Logistics

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses based on performance

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous annual leave & personal time

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a client, a global leader in maritime logistics, to hire a Senior Project Manager for a fully remote role. The ideal candidate will drive complex, high-value projects across shipping operations and port logistics, coordinating with international stakeholders to enhance efficiency and service offerings.

You will apply expertise in project management methodologies (Agile/Waterfall), manage budgets, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with international maritime

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project management within maritime logistics or supply chain operations.
• Experience managing international projects remotely across stakeholders.
• Education in maritime studies or logistics, with advanced certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of strategic projects in maritime logistics.
• Define scope, objectives, timelines, and resources with global stakeholders.
• Manage budgets, costs, and financial accountability.
• Identify risks and develop contingency plans.
• Foster relationships with internal teams, partners, shipping lines, and ports.
• Ensure clear communication across a distributed project team.
• Drive process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular reports.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations and best practices.
• Manage change initiatives and adoption of new processes/tech.

Skills

Maritime logistics

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile

Waterfall

MS Project

Jira

Remote leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Maritime Studies / Logistics / SCM

Master's degree or certifications (PMP, CPLP)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

About the Role Our client, a global leader in maritime logistics and supply chain management, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their fully remote operations team. This is a critical role responsible for overseeing complex, high-value projects that enhance efficiency and expand service offerings within the maritime sector. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of shipping operations, port logistics, and international trade, combined with exceptional project management skills. As a remote-first company, we value proactive communication, self-discipline, and a collaborative spirit among our geographically dispersed team. This role offers the unique opportunity to drive strategic initiatives from anywhere, contributing to the advancement of maritime trade and logistics on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of strategic projects within the maritime logistics domain.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with global stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial accountability.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing robust contingency plans.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, shipping lines, and port authorities.
• Ensure seamless communication and coordination across a distributed project team using advanced collaboration tools.
• Drive process improvements and implement innovative solutions to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Monitor project performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular, insightful reports.
• Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations and industry best practices.
• Manage change initiatives effectively, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes or technologies.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive project management experience, with a significant focus on maritime logistics, shipping, or supply chain operations.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, international projects in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CPLP) are highly advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of international shipping, port operations, customs procedures, and supply chain dynamics.
• Proven experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and software (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills suitable for a remote, global environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently and prioritize effectively.
• Experience in risk management and stakeholder engagement within the logistics industry.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous annual leave and personal time off.
• Home office setup allowance and access to cutting-edge collaboration tools.
• Opportunities for professional development, conferences, and continuous learning.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Exposure to challenging and impactful projects in the global maritime industry.
• A dynamic and collaborative remote team culture.