Sr. Project Coordinator

A.P. Moller - Maersk • Houston, TX

1d • $72,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Sr. Project Coordinator coordinates Out of Gauge (OOG) import and export shipments and supports the day-to-day execution of project freight forwarding operations. The role works with trucking carriers, warehouses, customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to help ensure cargo is delivered on time and customers are informed of shipment changes or delays. It also provides operational support to fellow team members, including mentoring and training on OOG cargo operations, and serves as the first point of contact for operational issues that require escalation to the Project Manager.

The role offers the opportunity to work in an international company and collaborate with colleagues around the world. Maersk provides access to global learning platforms, in-house training, and mentorship programs, as well as opportunities to lead complex, multi-modal logistics projects and collaborate across global teams.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of operations experience in project freight forwarding.
• Experience with breakbulk, RORO, and OOG flat rack shipments.
• Experience with CargoWise.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of import and export documentation.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changes.
• Solid understanding of logistics cost management.
• Vendor management skills.
• Experience obtaining quotes for logistics shipments.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OOG import and export shipments.
• Issue delivery orders to trucking carriers and warehouses.
• Monitor cargo movements to help ensure on-time delivery.
• Keep customers informed of changes, delays, and other shipment updates.
• Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders throughout shipment execution.
• Obtain and negotiate quotes from vendors.
• Help mentor and train fellow team members on OOG cargo operations.
• Serve as the first point of contact for team operational issues that require escalation to the Project Manager.

Benefits

• Access to global learning platforms, in-house training, and mentorship programs to support career growth.
• Opportunity to lead complex, multi-modal logistics projects with high customer impact.
• Health coverage.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• Training and support, including learning on the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED