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Wilhelmsen Port Services (WPS) is extending its global management team with a Vice President Americas.

WPS’ strategy of expanding our presence in the port value chain beyond being a global market leader in Ships Agency is showing great promise. To build on our success in both North, Central and South America, we are recruiting a dedicated Vice President for this region.

The Vice President Americas will be responsible to execute our global growth strategy in the region, commercially and operationally. Leading a high performing and experienced team to new heights.

With a deep understanding of the market and key maritime players in the region, and the ability to nurture contacts on C-suite level, you are expected to grow our footprint in the region both organically and through M&As and partnerships. Identifying new opportunities in the port value chain will be a critical part of this role.

You will ensure our business is conducted up to our high global standards of quality, safety, and compliance. Our employees are key in delivering excellent customer experiences and you need to ensure that both competence and engagement levels are high. The same applies to our suppliers and subagents.

Within WPS, you are an important part of our global network and as such you will work closely together with the other Vice Presidents in the team. In addition you will be able to tap into a team of highly qualified functional experts.

What you will work on:

• The development of the Port Services strategy and the implementation for the Americas.
• Execution of sales and operations within the Americas, in accordance with established global processes, policies and procedures.
• Port Services offers implementation in order to achieve maximum customer penetration and optimal margins.
• Promoting ports and capabilities within the Americas, globally.
• Ensuring Port Services operates in accordance with governing elements, global processes, policies, standards, as well as local legal, statutory, and fiscal obligations.
• Building staff competencies and organisational capabilities in order to develop the talent required in tomorrow’s market.
• Liaising with other regions and global functions to optimise synergies.

What you need to be successful in the role:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in business management or other relevant subjects.
• Minimum 5-8 years working in a senior leadership position, preferably within the maritime industry.
• International and multicultural experience at a senior management level.
• Excellent communication skills and a very good command of the English language.
• Willingness to travel.

What we are looking for:

• Commercial orientation and ability to drive change.
• Vision and strategic competence.
• Ambition and a strong desire to succeed in developing/growing the business.
• Good management and leadership skills, combined with experience managing other managers.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and cooperate with diverse individuals and cultures.

Why should you apply:

Working in Wilhelmsen offers a culture and work environment of strong leadership, career development, and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. Our organization thrives by using modern tools and is eager to utilize the business opportunities that arise with new digital tools and skills. Beyond this, we offer a generous and bespoke benefits package which include differently configurated health, life, accident and/or pet related insurances tailored to you. You can also expect a diverse and stimulating working environment with great opportunities for advancement in a global capacity with paid time off.

Sounds interesting? If you can see yourself in this role, please let us know why you are our new Vice President Americas. You can apply online today through our career portal by creating a ‘Candidate Home’ account. Here you can upload your resume and a motivational letter.

Work location: Houston

Deadline date: 5th February 2024

Contact for more information: VP Northern Europe and Americas- Simon Edsall - Simon.Edsall@Wilhelmsen.com,Vice President Culture & Organisational Development - Leona Geilvoet - Leona.Geilvoet@Wilhelmsen.com

Wilhelmsen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Compensation depending on experience is $185,000 - $220,000 USD

Must be eligible to work in the US.