Operations Manager, Ocean

Published 2 of November

Noatum Logistics is a global logistics operator and part of AD Ports Group. With Spanish roots dating back to 1963, the company operates more than 80 own offices across 26 countries and serves customers in 158 countries through its partner network. More than 4,250 logistics specialists provide ocean and air freight, contract and project logistics, customs and trade management, warehousing and distribution, eCommerce and integrated supply chain solutions. Combining local expertise with a globally connected network and the backing of AD Ports Group, Noatum Logistics is strengthening its capabilities, connectivity and scale to support customers across global supply chains.

About the Role:

We are looking for an Operations Manager, Ocean to join our dynamic team at Noatum Logistics. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and executing our daily ocean freight export and import operations in Seoul, managing end-to-end operational workflows, handling financial documentation, and providing critical administrative and sales support to ensure seamless logistics service delivery to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Orchestrate End-to-End Ocean Operations
• Mastermind and supervise daily ocean export and import operational workflows, ensuring compliance and efficiency from port to port.
• Serve as the primary bilingual liaison, managing high-value email correspondences with international clients, overseas partners, carriers, and co-loaders.
• Lead the ocean book-keeping process, ensuring 100% accuracy in House Bills of Lading (HB/L) issuance and manifest submissions.
• Financial Ownership & Profitability Support
• Control and optimize local and overseas invoicing for the Ocean Freight division.
• Issue and verify debit/credit notes and local invoices, turning administrative documentation into a smooth, error-free financial workflow.
• Partner with finance teams to safeguard profitability through meticulous cost tracking and billing verification.
• Strategic Commercial & Administrative Partnership
• Act as the critical bridge between operations and sales, providing real-time operational insights and competitive ocean freight quotations to win new business.
• Streamline administrative processes and follow up on general department administration to increase operational efficiency.

What We Offer:

• Permanent Contract - Enjoy stability and long-term career opportunities.
• Celebrate Your Birthday - Take a half-day off to make your special day even better.
• Professional Growth - Access continuous learning and development opportunities to boost your career.
• Collaborative & International Environment - Work with diverse teams and be part of a global network.
• Corporate University - Benefit from ongoing training programs designed to keep you ahead.

At Noatum Logistics, we guarantee equal opportunities and non-discrimination based on sex, gender, race, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation in our selection processes. Our goal is to maximize people's talents in all their diversity while eliminating any form of discrimination.

Minimum requirements

• Solid experience in ocean freight forwarding, specifically handling end-to-end Ocean Export and Import operations in South Korea.

• Professional know-how in ocean freight documentation, including the accurate issuance and verification of House Bills of Lading (HB/L) and maritime customs procedures.

• Hands-on experience in logistics bookkeeping, including handling overseas/local invoices and issuing debit/credit notes.

• Exceptional bilingual skills with professional fluency in both written and spoken English and Korean to manage international correspondences.

• Strong leadership or organizational skills with high attention to detail in financial data and timeline-sensitive logistics workflows.

Nice-to-Have (Advantageous):

• Prior experience working within a global logistics operator or multinational freight forwarder.

• Established relationships or strong communication networks with major shipping lines and local port/terminal agents in South Korea.

Competencies

operations