Senior Business Manager

SSA Marine is a Seattle-based global operator of marine terminals and stevedoring services, specializing in the movement and handling of cargo across major ports worldwide. As part of Carrix, the company manages container, bulk, and breakbulk operations, as well as intermodal and rail logistics that connect port activity to inland transportation networks. SSA Marine supports the efficient flow of goods across global supply chains, working with shipping lines, ports, and logistics partners to move a wide range of cargo, including containers, automobiles, and industrial materials.

Location: 1131 SW Klickitat Way, Seattle, WA

Hybrid role: Consists of a combination of WFH and onsite work

Salary range: $135,000-190,000 per year

The Senior Business Manager serves as a key partner to the President and Conventional leadership team, helping drive divisional priorities, improve organizational effectiveness, and strengthen execution across critical initiatives.

This role operates at the intersection of corporate functions and operations, ensuring alignment across the division while supporting the implementation of key business priorities and continuous improvement efforts.

The position also plays a central role in managing the division’s rhythm of business, supporting financial and strategic processes, and enabling leaders across the organization to operate effectively and consistently.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Partner with the President and leadership team to advance divisional priorities and drive alignment across key initiatives.
• Support the design and execution of business improvement efforts, including organizational alignment, process standardization, and performance optimization.
• Serve as a central point of coordination across functions (Operations, Commercial, Finance, HR), ensuring initiatives are aligned, appropriately sequenced, and progressing effectively.
• Track and report on progress against key initiatives and priorities, identifying risks, gaps, opportunities, and driving follow-up actions.
• Prepare materials, insights, and presentations to support executive decision-making and leadership discussions.
• Manage, continuously improve, and synthesize the division’s rhythm of business,
• including leadership meetings, monthly reviews, and performance tracking.
• Coordinate agendas, materials, and follow-ups to ensure meetings are efficient, action-oriented, and aligned with priorities.
• Establish consistent reporting and communication structures across regions and functions to improve visibility and accountability.
• Support internal communications and alignment across the leadership team.
• Consolidate and analyze financial and operational data to provide clear, actionable insights to leadership.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects and special initiatives as needed, ensuring timely execution and strong stakeholder alignment.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and reduce administrative burden on operational leaders.
• Build strong relationships across regions and functions to support collaboration and effective execution.

Qualifications:

• 5 - 7 years of relevant experience in strategy, operations, finance, consulting, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in quantitative, financial, or analytical discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather and interpret complex data and make strategic recommendations.
• Organized and able to handle multiple simultaneous priorities.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to identify growth opportunities, assess risks, and develop actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex ideas and recommendations to diverse audiences.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams,
• building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools and software, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and business intelligence platforms.
• Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, managing
• multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Benefits : Eligible employees (and their families) may qualify for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as basic life and accidental death insurance, paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible, and an Employee Assistance Program. Employees will receive paid sick and vacation time, and company holidays if eligible. The company also offers paid bereavement leave and paid jury duty. Eligible employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan, as well as a retirement plan. Employees will be eligible for discretionary and/or metric-based bonuses, dependent on their position.

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer