Senior Ocean Freight Manager

2 days ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India beBeeFreight Full time ₹ 15,93,750 - ₹ 20,25,000

Job Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Ocean Freight operations in the West region, driving business growth and service reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and control all ocean freight activities (FCL, LCL, imports, exports) in the region, ensuring seamless execution and cost efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with carriers, NVOCCs, and vendors to secure competitive procurement rates and optimal space allocation.
  • Collaborate with sales and account management teams to support business expansion, enhance customer satisfaction (NPS/CSAT), and increase market share in key trade lanes.
  • Monitor regional performance through KPIs (transit times, documentation accuracy, operational efficiency) and take corrective action to ensure service excellence.
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulations, and best practices while driving process improvements and digitalization.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the regional ocean operations team, fostering engagement, capability building, and performance delivery.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum 10-12 years of relevant working experience in the logistics industry, with regional or P&L responsibilities.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; both short-term/tactical and long-term/strategic
  • Act as focal point for logistics-related escalations and complaints, and all other quality matters
  • Knowledge of sustainability practices in shipping and logistics.
  • Familiarity with international trade regulations and customs processes.
  • Exposure to cost-optimization or process re-engineering projects.

Interpersonal and Communication Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team development capabilities.
  • Strong negotiation skills with shipping lines and vendors.
  • Ability to manage conflict and drive alignment across functions.
  • Experience in handling cross-cultural teams and global stakeholders.

Competencies:

This role requires a unique blend of business acumen, technical expertise, and interpersonal skills. If you have a proven track record of delivering results-driven solutions and leading high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply.

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