Senior Manager - Cargo Operations

Job Title: Senior Manager - Cargo Operations.

Location: Thane, Maharashtra.

Experience: 10-15 Years, inclusive of 45 years of proven experience in Cargo Operations.

CTC: 35 Lacs (Negotiable, Depending on Experience).

Key Pointers:

• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in the shipping industry, inclusive of 45 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 management.
• Planning & execution.
• GCC Stakeholders Management.

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.

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:

• 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.