Operations Manager - Terminal Operations

At APM Terminals, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. With a presence in over 70 countries and a commitment to sustainability, we offer unparalleled opportunities for growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Join us as we continue to shape the future of global trade and make a meaningful impact on communities worldwide. Discover your potential with APM Terminals and become part of a team that's redefining the industry standards. Apply now and let's build a brighter future together!

What do we offer as a company?

APM Terminals offers incredible growth, career, and leadership opportunities for those with the ambition, drive, and dedication to become one of the best. In addition to working with a team of talented professionals, you'll have the opportunity to experience different cultures and make friends around the world. If you see yourself as part of a team that helps the global economy grow through our worldwide network of customers and terminals, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage terminal operations, including but not limited to gate, yard, and rail functions, ensuring seamless daily execution and customer satisfaction.
• Drive operational transformation initiatives by implementing lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices across all departments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies, optimize workflows, and standardize best practices.
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence among frontline teams.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance service levels on delivery, reduce dwell times, and improve asset utilization.
• Facilitate change management efforts, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes.
• Act as a key liaison between operations, commercial teams, and external stakeholders to align service expectations and operational capabilities.
• Support workforce planning, training, and development to build a high-performing, agile operations team.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on transformation progress, operational challenges, and improvement opportunities.

Key Requirements:

• A BA/BS in Business or related subject
• A minimum of 5 years in terminal operations.
• Ability to set operational plans with mid-term impact by maintaining standards that lead to high performance and execution.
• Ability to improve and make important changes rapidly. Requires significant onsite time necessary to deliver training effectively.
• Ability to exchange and adapt skills when working together across boundaries.
• Broad knowledge in designing and delivering effective training, as well as forecasting training needs.
• Occasional travel to other Americas Terminals with possible international travel. Occasional work may be needed outdoors in the Terminal Yard, which may have exposure to outdoor weather elements. Ability to cover other shifts as needed to deliver training.

If you've read this far, we're glad to know you're interested in this opportunity. And if you want to use your skills to make a difference, we hope you'll apply for our vacancy. Apply now!

Join a world-leading company as we embark on a digital transformation that will define the industry and revolutionize trade.

If you enjoy taking on big challenges, now is the time to join APM Terminals!

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