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What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving - observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way.We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be a part of our journey.\nManager of Vessel Operations\nAbout APM Terminals Elizabeth\nAt APM Terminals Elizabeth, safe and efficient vessel operations are central to meeting customer commitments, sailing deadlines, and terminal productivity. In this office-based role, you will also work across operational areas, including vessels and the berth, to help deliver reliable, high-quality service.\nWhat We Can Offer\nAt APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. 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Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.\nLead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving, Kaizen, and daily management.\nDevelop your operational and leadership capabilities through training and practical experience in a complex terminal environment.\nCollaborate with vessel planners, steamship lines, affiliated business units, local unions, and port partners.\nInfluence vessel productivity, safety, service quality, and cost control through data-informed operational decisions.\nKey Responsibilities\nOrganize and control vessel operations during designated shifts, setting priorities and directing operational team members to achieve planned objectives.\nCoordinate with Planning to establish and maintain effective ship-working programs that support berthing and sailing deadlines.\nDirect the safe loading and discharging of vessels, maximizing productivity, controlling costs, and complying with OSHA requirements and the Longshore contract.\nExecute stowage plans through Navis N4/XPS, preventing mis-stows and ensuring containers are loaded and lashed according to vessel requirements.\nSupervise Foremen, the Head Clerk, stevedores, and other ILA labor, ensuring work assignments are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the Master Labor Agreement.\nMonitor hourly counts, production, delays, equipment use, and staffing, using operational reports and dashboards to address constraints and improve performance.\nManage safety talks, vessel inspections, incident follow-up, labor issues, shift reporting, and accurate Operational Statements for billing.\nWhat We Are Looking For\nContinuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset-curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.\nLeadership expectation: We are looking for people who consistently put customers first, lead by example with respect for people, deliver results with integrity, and drive continuous improvement by solving problems at the root, developing people, and raising standards every day.\nEducation and experience: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, preferably in Operations Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Maritime/Transportation, or a related field, with 4-7 years of terminal operations experience, preferably including vessel or stevedoring operations.\nSystems expertise: Experience with Terminal Operating Systems, preferably Navis N4/XPS and vessel stowage or planning modules; familiarity with TMS, WMS, Power BI, or related reporting systems is an advantage.\nLabor relations knowledge: Experience in an ILA or Longshore unionized environment, including administration of a Master Labor Agreement and grievance or performance processes, is strongly preferred.\nOperational leadership: Strong supervisory, team-building, decision-making, and collaboration skills, supported by knowledge of vessel stowage, lashing, stevedoring, and safe terminal operations.\nRequired access: Ability to receive DHS approval to acquire or renew a TWIC card and approval to acquire or renew a Port Access Card. Competent rigger qualification is preferred\nSalary: $110K - $120K\nLocation: Elizabeth, NJ (5 days in office) \nNotice to applicants applying to positions in the United States\nApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.\nAPM Terminals is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who are applying for positions in the U.S. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nIf you are interested in applying for employment with APM Terminals in the U.S. and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, or if you need a reasonable accommodation to perform a job, please contact the applicable Human Resources Department by emailing . Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis pursuant to an interactive dialogue between the applicant and the Company.\nMaersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.\nWe are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. 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