Overview:
See yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen. We collaborate, we care, we challenge every day to keep the world in motion and transform logistics into a zero- emissions, carbon-free industry. Join us and make it happen!
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Ocean is a global leader in ocean transportation and logistics, specialising in roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) shipping and integrated supply chain solutions. We connect manufacturers to markets worldwide through a modern fleet, global port network, and end‑to‑end logistics services.
With operations across Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas, we support customers in the automotive, high & heavy, and industrial sectors, moving millions of vehicles and units annually. The company has a strong environmental focus and is an industry leader in developing innovative solutions to reduce its operational impacts on the environment. WWO is looking for bright new talent to join its dynamic team in Stockholm.
We currently have the vacancy of a Senior Manager Port Network Management at our office in Stockholm Sweden or alternatively in our Lysaker office in Norway.
Reporting to the VP Tonnage & Port Network Management, the role is responsible for managing the global port and terminal network to achieve the fastest and most cost-efficient vessel turnaround.
Job Description:
Accountabilities
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of WW’s end-to-end shipping network.
- Identify and define capacity gaps between shipping operations and port infrastructure.
- Monitor global port and terminal capacity and develop early warning indicators.
- Initiate, develop, and implement contingency plans to minimize port disruptions.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve vessel-, port-, and terminal-related issues.
- Engage with CG and PTSO teams to identify alternative or mitigating solutions and execute them in a timely manner.
- Take a proactive approach to problem-solving before port disruptions escalate.
- Serve as a key stakeholder in projects related to future operations, including the assessment of hub-and-spoke networks to enhance shipping products and support decarbonization as part of the Group strategy.
- Lead joint assessments with Marine Operations regarding Shaper and Shaper+ navigational requirements, and identify physical constraints across the global network.
- Work with OPEX teams to establish and manage a global dashboard for tracking vessel waiting time and delays.
- During operational disruptions such as strikes, port closures, accidents, or war, take a leading role within the Business Continuity Team and/or Emergency Response Team (on behalf of Shipping) to identify actions and countermeasures to minimize operational and financial impact.
- Lead two Port Network Management Specialists in EMEA and the Americas in managing region-specific issues.
Job Requirements:
Knowledge and skills
- Holistic leadership with the ability to work effectively across business units and regions.
- Deep understanding of the shipping industry.
- Comprehensive knowledge of WW’s shipping network, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Ability to engage key stakeholders and foster effective collaboration.
- Proactive and result-oriented mindset, with a continuous focus on optimizing operations and minimizing delays.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across business units.
- Ability to build, develop, and lead teams, combined with the capacity to influence and drive decision-making across multiple functions.
- Cross-cultural awareness and the ability to operate effectively in a multicultural environment while communicating with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
Key interfaces / stakeholders
- Trade Teams within BO Execution
- Tonnage Allocation and Transhipment teams within BO Development
- PTSO, PCO, and Terminal teams within Logistics Services
- Customer Growth teams
- Product Development and Contracting Team
- OPEX within Shipping Services
- CDO (Shipping 2.0 / Logistics 2.0)
Location: Stockholm Sweden or Lysaker, Norway (local terms)
Business unit: BO Development / Shipping Service
Deadline for submission: August 7 (Fri), 2026
ABOUT US
Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting our customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-customer. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.
We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on delivering supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500+ people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries. Together, we are building resilient, connected, data-driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.
Apply today, and let’s keep the world and your career, moving together.
Pay Type : Salary
