Senior Manager Cargo Operations

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Senior Manager – Cargo Operations

Location: Thane, Maharashtra (Prefers Local Candidates ONLY)

Experience: 12–20 Years / , inclusive of 4–5 years of proven experience in Cargo Operations .

CTC: 35 Lacs (Negotiable, Depending on Experience)

Key Pointers for Sr. Manager Cargo Operations:

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Seasoned professional with a minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in the shipping industry, inclusive of 4–5 years of proven experience in Cargo Operations .
• Strong exposure to end-to-end operations (handling, routing, warehousing)
• Prefer profiles with hands-on ownership in dynamic / mid-scale setups
• Entire Cargo Operations life cycle
• End to cargo operations
• Planning & execution
• Cargo management
• GCC Stakeholders Management

Designation: Cargo Operations Manager from Shipping & Logistics Shared Services, Back Office / GCC, GSC Companies Supported Globally

Mandatory Keywords: Vessel planning, load list creation, stowage planning, vessel cleaner / cargo planning, process mindset

Core Expertise

• Cargo operations management & process efficiency
• Regulatory compliance (IATA, customs, safety)
• Vendor / carrier / GHA management
• Cost optimization & contract negotiation

Leadership

• Managed teams (10 - 30+) with clear people accountability
• Experience handling cross-functional and on-ground coordination
• Impact Orientation
• Demonstrated cost savings, TAT improvement, service SLAs
• Strong focus on measurable outcomes (not just responsibilities)

Operations Depth

• Exposure to high-volume, fast-paced environments
• Ability to manage operational disruptions and process improvements

Compliance & Safety

• Proven experience in regulated environments (aviation/logistics)
• Strong adherence to safety and audit standards

Technology Orientation

• Familiarity with cargo systems / tracking tools / ERP
• Data-driven decision-making mindset

Stakeholder Management

• External coordination with airlines, agents, customers
• Strong service and relationship management orientation

Screening Guidance (Subtle Positioning)

• Favor profiles with broader, hands-on exposure and ownership , typically seen in growing or mid-sized organizations
• Deprioritize candidates with highly narrow / siloed roles in very large, structured setups