Ocean Product Manager - Logistics
Location: Southampton (with travel to customer sites and head office in Heathrow)
Package: Competitive, with mean earnings up to £80,000
Hours: Monday - Friday
We are recruiting an experienced Ocean Product Manager to lead and develop the Ocean Export product within a dynamic logistics operation. This is a senior role, combining people leadership, operational oversight, and business development, making it ideal for an ambitious professional with strong industry experience.
Why This Role Matters
Lead and mentor your team, supporting career development and succession planning
Oversee operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and service excellence
Drive business development and revenue growth in line with district objectives
Contribute to strategic planning and maintain strong customer and vendor relationships
Key Responsibilities
People & Leadership
Develop, mentor, and support team members, including identifying your #2
Conduct regular appraisals, set clear expectations, and implement development plans
Plan and lead department meetings, goal setting, and performance monitoring
Ensure staff complete ongoing training and development programs
Operations & Process
Manage day-to-day Ocean Export operations, improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Maintain accurate processes, SOPs, and KPIs
Monitor productivity, revenue-to-expense ratio, and other operational metrics
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and evaluate performance
Customer & Business Development
Maintain personal involvement with top customers and participate in retention activities
Support sales teams with product knowledge and technical expertise
Respond to RFQs, proposals, and quotations with market-competitive pricing
Drive new business onboarding and manage customer transitions
Financial Oversight
Assist with departmental budgeting and review P&L performance
Monitor revenue, freight yields, and accounts receivable
Control expenses and ensure contracts follow company procedures
Culture & Compliance
Promote a positive team culture and lead by example
Ensure all internal and external compliance standards are met
Encourage innovation, system enhancements, and process improvements
Skills & Experience Required
University degree or equivalent business qualification
Minimum 7 years' experience in ocean freight or global logistics
Minimum 3 years' team management experience
Strong leadership, emotional intelligence, and change management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrable experience in operational excellence, P&L oversight, and business development
Strong understanding of ocean export processes and the logistics market
Fluent in English
What We're Looking For
A strategic, results-driven leader with a focus on operational and financial excellence
Exceptional at building relationships internally and externally
Able to drive business growth while managing a high-performing team
Organized, reliable, and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving
What's On Offer
Competitive package with mean earnings up to £80,000
Office-based Monday - Friday with travel to customer sites and head office
Opportunity to lead a high-performing team and influence operational strategy
Exposure to a broad, global logistics network and key industry accounts
If you are a senior Ocean Export professional with proven leadership experience and a track record of driving operational excellence and business growth, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.
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