Senior Group Manager – Shipping & Logistics

About the role

The Senior Group Manager – Shipping & Logistics will lead a large, diverse team responsible for end‑to‑end freight operations. Reporting to senior leadership, you will ensure smooth vessel movements, accurate documentation and efficient freight forwarding across import and export channels.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee RFA activities, Bill of Lading preparation, and freight forwarding operations.
• Manage bookings, import and export documentation, and vessel movement coordination.
• Lead a team of 20‑30 full‑time employees, fostering clear communication and high performance.
• Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize logistics workflows.

Required profile

• 10‑12 years of experience in shipping and logistics, including RFA, BL, freight forwarding, bookings, and documentation.
• Graduate degree in logistics or a related field.
• Proven experience managing large, diverse teams (20‑30 FTEs).
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Willingness to work onsite Monday‑Friday, 9:30 AM‑6:30 PM.
• Residence within 20 km of Colombo (preferably near HNB towers).

Required skills

• RFA activities
• Bill of Lading processing
• Freight forwarding
• Booking management
• Import documentation
• Export documentation
• Vessel movement coordination

What we offer

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Additional benefits aligned with senior‑level positions.
• Opportunity to lead a strategic logistics function in a dynamic environment.