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Marine Operations Manager

Posted 3 days ago

  • Southampton, Hampshire
  • Permanent
  • International Travel, Bonus Scheme
  • £70,000 to £80,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month
Position: Marine Operations Manager
Location: Southampton
Salary: up to �80,000
We are recruiting for our client, a market leader in marine logistics, bridging oceans and offering world-class transportation and shipping solutions. As they expand their services, they are looking for a highly skilled Marine Operations Manager who is passionate about the industry and who has the vision to help them in providing exceptional service.
As a Marine Operations Manager, you will be responsible for shaping the UK Operations and for making the impossible happen for their clients. You will be the driving force for operational excellence, leading a team of professionals to implement strategic initiatives.
Your key responsibilities as a Marine Operations Manager:

* Manage and lead a team of 12 professionals to ensure efficient and effective marine operations
* Lead, mentor and develop the marine operations team
* Full income statement ownership
* Full operational and financial responsibility for the department. Financial aspects, including file profitability and disbursement management
* Interaction with Shipping lines and transport suppliers concerning rate discussions and negotiations
* Build strong and lasting relationships with key partners and represent the company at strategic events
* Monitor industry trends and advancements to improve operational effectiveness
* Shape and collaborate with each department, to align company goals
* Pursue new opportunities, develop partnerships and strive to push the company forward
* Make important, key decisions
* International travel
Requirements:
* Proven managerial experience in maritime or logistics
* Managed a team in a customs-clearing envirnoment
* Have a high level of operational exposure to Sea freight Export and Cross-trade shipments (project/capital equipment shipments would be advantageous)
* Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team
* Demonstrate expertise in business strategy and operations
* Be able to communicate effectively with clients, suppliers and wider team
* Develop trust and respect from colleagues & clients alike
* The availability to travel internationally
Benefits:

* Salary up to �80,000
* The chance to travel internationally
* Flexible working
* Additional earning potential based on company and individual performance
* The opportunity to shape the direction of the UK operation, to be heard and respected to make bold decisions
* Health insurance
* Generous holiday entitlement
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