Landside Transportation Operations Leader

A.P. Moller - Maersk

Abidjan, Ivory Coast
Not specified (potentially hybrid based on location and operational needs).
West africa landside transportation market knowledge
Ivory coast regional exposure
Trucking and rail operations management
A.P. Moller - Maersk is seeking a Landside Transportation Operations Leader to enhance inland logistics operations across Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the West African transportation market, strong leadership capabilities, and a focus on operational efficiency and safety

Job Summary

  • This role drives end-to-end first-mile inland transportation operations across Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso with a focus on cost, service, and safety.
  • The successful candidate will manage trucking and rail assets while building strong relationships with vendors and ensuring strict HSSE compliance.
  • Maersk offers the opportunity to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced global logistics environment committed to sustainability and excellence.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

A.P. Moller - Maersk is seeking a Landside Transportation Operations Leader to enhance inland logistics operations across Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the West African transportation market, strong leadership capabilities, and a focus on operational efficiency and safety.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • West Africa Landside transportation market knowledge
  • Ivory Coast regional exposure
  • Trucking and rail operations management
  • HSSE compliance and regulatory adherence
  • Vendor contract and performance management
  • P&L interpretation and financial insights
  • High-performing team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Strong cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Diverse and inclusive environment experience
  • Constructive challenge to status quo
  • Triangulation and productivity optimization skills

Key Requirements

  • In-depth West Africa Landside transportation market knowledge
  • Strong commercial acumen and P&L interpretation skills
  • Proven leadership track record managing teams
  • Fluency in English and French
  • Experience with asset utilization and lease administration

Work Rights

Not specified

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