Managing Director - Ports
Managing Director - Ports
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Job Description
As Managing Director you will be responsible for driving strategic and operational excellence for Stobart Ports operations focusing on business growth operational efficiency and innovation. You will develop and implement a long term vision aligned with company goals identify market opportunities and enhance customer engagement while maintaining the highest standards of safety compliance and environmental sustainability. Your leadership will foster a culture of innovation and partnership ensuring the organisation meets its commercial objectives and remains competitive in the industry.
Key Duties
- Deliver and develop a strategy to increase business revenue.
- Achieve coverage and clear succession plans for critical roles with at least one identified successor.
- Develop and execute the longterm strategy for Stobart Ports aligned with group objectives.
- Identify and capitalise on new market opportunities to drive revenue growth and expand service offerings.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Oversee daytoday operations across all port facilities (Felixstowe & Widnes) ensuring efficiency safety and regulatory compliance.
- Lead initiatives to streamline processes adopt new technologies and enhance productivity.
- Ensure optimal asset utilisation and maintenance of port infrastructure.
- Own the P&L responsibility for Stobart Ports ensuring delivery of financial targets and sustainable growth.
- Prepare and present budgets forecasts and financial reports to the Board.
- Implement robust cost management strategies to maximise profitability.
- Foster strong relationships with key customers stakeholders and partners to deliver exceptional service.
- Negotiate and manage highvalue contracts and agreements.
- Represent Stobart Ports at industry events conferences and forums.
- Inspire and lead a diverse team of operational and commercial professionals.
- Drive a culture of accountability collaboration and high performance.
- Invest in talent development to build a pipeline of future leaders.
- Ensure the highest standards of health safety and environmental compliance across all operations.
- Maintain uptodate knowledge of relevant legislation ensuring full regulatory compliance.
Qualifications :
- Proven leadership experience in a senior role within the ports logistics or transportation industry.
- Strong understanding of port/container operations supply chain dynamics and global trade.
- Demonstrable experience in delivering financial and operational excellence including P&L accountability.
- Track record of developing and implementing strategic initiatives that drive business growth.
- Exceptional relationship management skills with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
- Deep knowledge of health safety and environmental regulations in the ports/logistics sector.
- A strong commitment to sustainability and innovation.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to balance visionary leadership and operational detail.
- Resilient adaptable and resultsdriven.
- Collaborative leader who inspires confidence and fosters a positive organisational culture.
- Strong negotiation communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
