Strategic Planning Manager

Are you the person who can take our terminal to the next level by organizing operations strategically and with a focus on the future

APM Terminals is a global leader in port and terminal management and part of the A.P. MollerMaersk Group. We operate advanced terminals around the world enabling global trade through safe efficient and sustainable operations. At APM Terminals we believe our people are our competitive advantage. We foster a culture of safety accountability collaboration and continuous improvementoffering meaningful opportunities to grow in a fastpaced operational environment.

With our ambitious modernization program increasing terminal capacity by 40% this is a unique opportunity to join us at a time of transformation and help anchor critical leadership capability within our organization.

Appetizer

At APM Terminals a global leader in port and terminal operations we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving observing how work happens identifying what creates value and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter simpler and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations join us and be apart of our journey.

What We Can Offer

At APMT Terminals we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Access structured Lean and continuous improvement programs that strengthen problemsolving planning and leadership capability

• A balanced environment that supports sustainable performance accountability and longterm career growth

• Opportunities to grow through internal mobility shortterm assignments and crossfunctional exposure

• Competitive marketaligned compensation with attractive secondary benefits

The RoleAs Terminal Planning Manager you will play a central role in shaping how our terminal operates today and evolves for the future. You will be responsible for developing and executing operational planning strategies that improve safety efficiency customer experience and profitability. This role is key to supporting our ambitious modernization journey including a significant capacity expansion and the integration of new technologies and systems.

You will lead a team of 34 Assistant Managers and report directly to the Strategy and Planning Director. Working closely with operations technology and commercial stakeholders you will translate strategy into executable datadriven operational plans that strengthen our competitive position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead highvolume terminal planning activities supporting more than 1.4 million annual container lifts and 12 weekly vessel calls through advanced operational planning

• Own and optimize berth planning yard layout appointment strategies capacity planning and ocean carrier SLA performance

• Develop short and longterm operational strategies that integrate safety productivity and technology optimization across terminal operations

• Use TOSdriven insights and data analytics to model simulate and optimize operational scenarios asset utilization and throughput

• Govern standardized processes by maintaining planning documentation process maps validations and operational performance reviews

• Strengthen customer relationships by leading operational review meetings focused on service reliability improvement initiatives and longterm partnership value

• Coach and develop Assistant Managers building strong operational leadership capability and a sustainable talent pipeline

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement someone who is naturally curious committed to solving problems at the root and driven to make things better every day

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field; advanced education is an advantage

• 5 years of experience in operational planning and people leadership within complex assetintensive environments; port or terminal experience is a plus

• Strong analytical capability with experience using data KPIs and systems to drive operational decisions

• Clear collaborative communicator who can align stakeholders influence decisions and lead teams through change

Job Location: Elizabeth NJ
Salary: $115000 $130000K
Benefits:Full time employees are eligible for Health Insurance Paid Time Off 401KMatchand more

DIMENSIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.General office setting typicallythe employee may sit comfortably to perform the work usually at a computer terminal with short breaks or lunch period. However there may be some bending/stooping reaching above shoulder level walking; standing; carrying light items such as papers books or packages of up to twenty-five pounds. Should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with colleagues and customers; be able to navigate view & enter information on the computer. Able to drive through and navigate the Terminal and may need to travel across the US & Canada and occasionally overseas. Work is occasionallyoutdoors on Terminal. While performing the duties of this job the employee may have to withstand exposure to outdoor/adverse working conditions. Must be able to work variable shifts including evenings& weekendswhen necessary.