Assistant Operations Planning Manager

APM Terminals•Elizabeth, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Assistant Operations Manager – Planning, you will support the execution of daily and short-term operational planning activities that drive terminal efficiency, safety, and service delivery. Working under the guidance of the Terminal Planning Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating vessel, yard, and resource planning while leveraging data and systems to optimize performance. This role is ideal for someone looking to build expertise in terminal operations planning, analytics, and continuous improvement within a complex logistics environment. At APM Terminals, we enable global trade through safe, efficient, and continuously improving operations. We believe in observing how work happens, identifying value, and removing inefficiencies. If you are analytical, operationally curious, and energized by fast-paced environments where improvement is constant—this is your opportunity to grow your career in terminal planning.

Requirements

Continuous improvement mindset: Curious, proactive, and driven to identify and solve operational challenges
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or a related field
2–4 years of experience in operations, planning, logistics, or a related environment (port/terminal experience is a plus)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and drive insights
Familiarity with planning systems, TOS, Excel, or data visualization tools preferred
Strong communication and coordination skills across cross-functional teams
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume operational environment with attention to detail

Nice To Haves

port/terminal experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Support daily vessel, berth, and yard planning activities to ensure efficient terminal operations and resource utilization
Assist in developing and maintaining short-term operational plans aligned with volume forecasts and service requirements
Monitor terminal KPIs (productivity, yard density, berth performance, SLA adherence) and escalate gaps or risks proactively
Utilize Terminal Operating Systems (TOS) and data tools to analyze operational performance and identify improvement opportunities
Coordinate closely with marine, yard, gate, and equipment teams to ensure plan execution and operational alignment
Contribute to capacity planning, yard strategy, and appointment system optimization
Maintain accurate planning documentation, process flows, and standard operating procedures
Support customer and internal operational review preparation through data analysis and reporting
Participate in Lean initiatives, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement projects
Ensure all planning activities align with safety standards and operational best practices