Ocean Fulfilment Lead

At Maersk, we’re transforming global supply chains through end-to-end integrated logistics. As a global leader in connecting and simplifying trade, we help businesses move goods seamlessly across ocean, air, landside transportation, and warehousing, all supported by cutting edge technology and an extensive global network.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves. Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

About the role:

As an Ocean Fulfilment IAM Lead, you will play a critical role in delivering the customer promises that underpin Maersk’s global ocean network. You will be responsible for planning and managing vessel scheduling, service delivery, asset utilization, and operational execution within your assigned service scope. Working closely with Network Planning, Operations, Market, Customer Experience, Terminal Planners, vessel captains, and external partners, you will ensure reliable, efficient, and cost-conscious service delivery while balancing customer outcomes, schedule reliability, network optimization, and operational performance. This role offers the opportunity to influence critical global shipping decisions and drive continuous improvement across one of the world’s largest integrated logistics networks.

What We offer:

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a truly international company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with passionate colleagues around the world, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. Through the training and support we provide and learning on the job, you will have the chance to truly take your career all the way.

• Work at the center of Maersk’s global ocean operations, supporting critical service delivery and network performance initiatives.

• Collaborate with international stakeholders across vessels, terminals, operations, network planning, customer experience, and commercial teams.

• Contribute to continuous improvement, optimization projects, and operational efficiency initiatives that impact global trade flows.

• Build expertise in vessel scheduling, contingency planning, fleet deployment, asset optimization, and network execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and ensure that we deliver the product and promise we sold to our customers

• Own utilization and schedule reliability of a set of services constituting a trade

• Plan and sail vessels at maximum utilization on the most reliable and cost-effective network

• Participate in projects including efficiency and cost savings/avoidance

• Identifies and suggest continuous improvement possibilities in the ways of working

• Lead vessel contingency/incident and provide overall contingency planning guidance

• Participates in and coordinates new deployments and optimization opportunities with Network Design and Market Leads to underpin customer experience and network efficiency

• Engage and communicate closely with a multitude of stakeholders inside the organization, as well as external stakeholders

• Participate and coordinate fleet delivery/redelivery plan and Extra Loaders

• Own vessel scheduling to meet reliability and delivery requirement

• Drive bunker consumption reduction

• Preparation, finalization, engagement with 24/7 Execution team for a reliable OPS gameplan

• Drive ship-shore engagement with the fleet in improving overall operations and execution of ops

• Responsible for the preparation and finalization of vessel gameplan in close coordination/input from other functions and terminal planners

Who we are looking for:

We recognize that experience comes in many forms. If you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

• Bring at least 5 years of experience within shipping, ocean transportation, terminals, or the broader logistics and transportation industry.

• Demonstrate experience in vessel operations, network planning, terminal operations, scheduling, or a comparable maritime environment.

• Apply strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills to operational challenges and performance improvement opportunities.

• Remain calm under pressure and make sound, independent decisions in dynamic and complex situations.

• Communicate effectively across multiple stakeholder groups, including internal teams and external partners.

• Demonstrate adaptability, customer empathy, and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Bring a strong understanding of operational efficiency, cost awareness, and service reliability principles.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range $60-70K*

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents, with multiple plan options to fit your needs

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 days PTO + 4 floating holidays + 7 paid company holidays

• 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Parental leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support you and your family during life’s important moments

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free and confidential counseling, financial planning, and wellbeing resources

• Professional Development: Access to in-house training, global learning platforms, and mentorship programs to support career growth

*The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions, experience, and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.

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