Operations Manager - Project Logistics

Title Operations Manager - Project Logistics Freight Forwarding Location Houston, Texas, USA Package $140,000-$110,000 (depending on candidate) + bonus + full medical + life insurance + additional Company A global air, ocean and ground project logistics freight forwarder. Responsibilities Driving productivity, quality and world‑class service by aligning resources, setting clear role expectations and monitoring performance metrics. Leading client and supplier engagement meetings, networking opportunities and business development support. Leading vendor negotiations to secure favourable terms and cost efficiencies. Overseeing client communication throughout project execution and ensuring proactive follow‑up on completion. Overseeing daily operations to ensure service excellence and compliance with international shipping regulations. Supervising staff, monitoring shipment tracking and proactively resolving in‑transit issues. Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget, with continuous monitoring throughout execution. Managing teams, third parties and contractors to meet operational requirements. Conducting coordination meetings with logistics and project teams to streamline shipment processes. Fostering a high‑performance culture and driving commitment to team goals. Enhancing team capability through targeted learning, development and coaching initiatives. Representing the company brand and promoting service capabilities to clients and suppliers. Managing new business enquiries and supporting commercial follow‑up. Engaging with senior management to align operational goals and improve performance. Maintaining compliance with industry regulations and business auditing requirements. Managing budgets, project plans, cost forecasts and resource allocations. Reviewing financial documentation, accruals, billing and operational reporting. Preparing weekly and monthly updates on inquiries, deliverables and commercial matters. Requirements Experience in OCEAN AND GROUND project / breakbulk / OOG logistics. Experience in carrier terms negotiations with good relationships (e.g. Mammoet / AAL etc.) Experience in vessel or air chartering (full vessel charter is a plus). BONUS - Experience in mining / energy (green energy) / data center verticals is a plus. BONUS - a proficient or native speaker of Spanish or Portuguese (NOT A REQUIREMENT) BONUS - a background at a project logistics carrier e.g. SAL or BBC Chartering etc. Strong understanding of international trade documentation requirements. Knowledge of project management methodology. Strong teamwork, judgment, information gathering and problem‑solving skills. Tenacious, flexible, reliable, decisive and committed to excellence and execution. Experience managing client services and subcontractor relationships. Confident communicator with the ability to engage clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr Irving Knight Group