Operations Manager (Port) Job in Mombasa

Operations Manager (Port) Job in Mombasa

Job Title: Operations Manager – Port

Industry: Freight

Location: Mombasa

Essential Functions

• Ensures itinerary complies with ship’s immigration / customs and legal obligations
• Negotiates with local authorities to leverage the best location and conditions for the vessel’s Supports and or communicates itinerary changes and itinerary information effectively to shore side and ship board partners
• Manages in-house port operations by creating effective tracking and history Originates and maintains Destination database
• Gathers and delivers port related information
• Ensures that the company’s strategic plan is followed in all aspects related to Destination Services and Itinerary Planning
• Continuously reviews the operation and make recommendations on how to enhance the product
• Implements new policies, standard operating procedures and Company initiatives as assigned
• Continues own education by staying abreast of trends and sharing this information with the team
• Ensures port agents are continuously reviewed and selected based on service standards, operational needs and budgetary guidelines
• Ensures annual competitive bids and comparative analysis are being performed for all port agent services
• Works closely with the Supply Chain Department to ensure ports of call for loading of goods are compliant with local regulations
• Other Functions
• Ability to work long hours, day and night, including weekends and holidays when needed
• Ability to handle stress well and work under pressure

Education

• BA degree
• Minimum of five years’ experience working in Port Operations / International shipping Operations
• Qualifications
• Experience and knowledge of port operations
• Strong knowledge of local regulations pertaining to port operations
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task under high pressure & demanding situations
• Excellent research skills Detail-oriented 

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to apply@hrmconnection.com before end of day 14th May 2015
Only short listed candidates will be contacted