Job title: terminal operations manager
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about the role:
the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing terminal operations, ensuring smooth transhipment activities and timely connections of cargo. This involves supervising inter-terminal transfers, analysing costs, and monitoring key performance indicators (kpis) to meet business objectives.
key responsibilities:
* supervise transhipment activities, ensuring timely connections of cargo;
* monitor inter-terminal transfers, analysing average monthly volumes and costs;
* optimise container usage, reducing idle time and storage costs;
* analyse port costs per unit assessment, stevedoring, and transhipment fees;
* follow up on special cargo and requests from shipping lines related to port activities;
* ensure accurate terminal information is updated in the gaia system, including infrastructure, equipment, cranes, etc.;
* bulk and oog projects quotation, negotiation, and coordination of loading/discharge/inspection of cargo;
* pcrs performance, ensuring terminals provide load/discharge lists, tdr, and husbandry reports before deadlines;
* prs performance, ensuring operation teams update arrival/departure/progress/draft/plan reports on time;
* standardize loading/discharge confirmations, monitor kpis from ports to meet business requirements;
* vcr rfi, ensure documentation needs are met for vendor payments;
* provide vessel attendance (husbandry) as expected;
* monitor terminal performance (terminals and cranes productivity) according to contracts;
* follow market trends, port situations, partners, and competitors to identify opportunities and risks.
required skills and qualifications:
* at least 5 years of experience in a similar role;
* proficiency with microsoft office;
* strong organisational and communication skills;
* ability to multitask and work with multiple groups within the organisation;
* english advanced level.
why apply?
this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to join our team and make a meaningful contribution to our success. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional results and have a strong desire to grow with our organisation, we encourage you to apply.