Port Network Management Specialist Americas

Wallenius Wilhelmsen • Savannah, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Port Network Management Specialist analyzes port and terminal capacity constraints, identifies the root causes of congestion, and leads mitigation plans to minimize operational disruptions. Working with Business Operations Execution, Customer Growth, Port, Terminal and Stevedoring Operations, and other internal and external partners, the role develops solutions to improve vessel scheduling, optimize port rotations, and maximize network efficiency. The work supports faster and more cost-effective vessel turnarounds, increased shipping capacity, improved operating earnings, and better Carbon Intensity Indicator performance across the fleet. This is a hybrid role requiring on-site presence in the Savannah, Georgia office.

Requirements

• Solid knowledge of the shipping industry.
• Understanding of shipping networks, vessel schedules, port and terminal operations, and factors influencing operational efficiency.
• Ability to investigate complex operational challenges, identify root causes, evaluate alternatives, and translate findings into practical solutions.
• Ability to anticipate challenges, take ownership, make timely decisions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to influence and coordinate across teams, regions, and organizational levels.
• Ability to work autonomously, balance detailed analysis with a broader strategic perspective, and make sound decisions in a fast-moving environment.
• Cross-cultural awareness and ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and external partners across diverse markets and business functions.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze port capacity, vessel lineups, and operational bottlenecks to identify capacity gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor port conditions, terminal capacity, competitor vessel activity, and trade flows to establish early warning indicators and address potential congestion.
• Lead the development and execution of mitigation strategies, alternative port arrangements, and optimized vessel rotations to minimize delays and operational disruption.
• Evaluate shipping schedules, import and export flows, and port rotation alternatives to improve vessel turnaround times and restore shipping capacity.
• Stay informed of Panama Canal regulations, transit schedules, and competitor activities to support operational planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Shipping Services, Customer Growth, and Logistics Services, as well as external port and terminal partners, to align priorities and implement solutions.
• Conduct operational studies, data analysis, and network assessments to support decisions and identify opportunities such as hub-and-spoke network optimization.
• Support alignment across business units on shared strategies, objectives, and key results (OKRs) to improve network performance.

Benefits

• Low-cost health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days of employment.
• Company-matching 401(k) plan.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• On-the-job training and career development access.
• Discounts on attractions, automotive, travel, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed