Trade Lane Manager

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Job Overview:

US Trade Lane Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Trade Lane Development & Management:

• Optimize existing trade lanes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase volume.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities across key US trade routes.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to expand volumes and onboard new business.

Market Analysis & Strategy:

• Research market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory updates impacting US trade lanes.
• Develop strategies to boost profitability and improve service offerings.
• Work with internal leadership to negotiate competitive ocean rates to the Americas.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee trade lane operations to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality service.
• Coordinate with operations teams to optimize shipment scheduling, routing, and capacity utilization.
• Ensure compliance with all trade, customs, and regulatory requirements.

Customer & Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, carriers, and logistics partners.
• Serve as the primary contact for trade lane performance, service issues, and escalations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and service improvement.

Financial & Performance Reporting:

• Work with finance teams to manage budgets, forecasts, and financial KPIs.
• Report trade lane performance metrics including volume growth and cost efficiency.
• Drive process improvements to enhance service speed and reduce operational costs.

Technology & Process Integration:

• Utilize digital tools for cargo tracking, visibility, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams to align on process improvements and automation.

Regulatory & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with US import/export regulations and customs laws.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to capacity, disruptions, and geopolitical factors.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of US logistics, customs regulations, and freight forwarding processes.
• Expertise in trade lane and port operations, especially within the US market.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in route planning, shipment visibility tools, and logistics software (TMS, WMS, ERP).
• Leadership and team management skills.

Educational Background:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certifications in logistics will be an added advantage.

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