Local Network Execution Assistant ManagerFull time, permanentWe are looking for a Local Network Execution Assistant Manager to work within our Fleet Network Terminal Efficiency team at our Ipswich planning office. They will principally be focused on vessel schedule reliability & efficiency within the network and will report on the general situation of their assigned services, vessel & area.The role focuses on optimising vessel utilisation, managing schedule changes and contingencies, identifying operational bottlenecks, and maintaining accurate, high‑quality schedule data. It requires strong coordination across internal and external stakeholders to support reliable, cost‑efficient network performance.At MSC UK, our success is a result of the skill and hard work of all of our team members. Our team do not just work for us, they develop and grow with us.How you will help us and what you can expectAssist with optimization & execution of vessel deployment and changesIdentify and prepare vessel contingencies for raising to network area managersIdentify operational and or area bottlenecksDaily Schedule updating managementEnsure end of regions are updated to match actual last port of region when rotation changes are made that impact the original declared proforma EOREnsure within the 5 week window that all departures are either assigned a vessel or declared blank sailingIdentify all TBN sailings and discuss actions to take, updating with an official vessel sailing or declare as blank sailingEnsure and manage schedule coordination between all parties for either vessel changes between services or within a specific serviceDrive and facilitate the organization’s strategy for schedule reliability within the networkEnsure continuous analyse of data to identify any areas of possible improvementsEnsure that the schedules of the vessels are managed to optimum reliability while taking into consideration the constraints of the networkAssist Planning teams in co-ordinating the capacity figures against network time restraints.Monitor and manage the accuracy of information provided in terms of uploading and validation of the schedule platformManage vessel performance against Proforma / Live SchedulesDevelop and maintain a strong working relationship with All vessel schedule coordinators, Planners, Port Captains and Network Area Managers.Escalation of key reportable issuesConstant Cost analysisMonitoring of non-compliance or deviation by the vessels from an agreed instruction to be escalated to FNTE Network & Efficiency for further suggestions/recommendationSkills and experience you’ll bring to usExcellent verbal and written communication skills and competent verbal and written understanding of the English languageDesire to work proactively and on their own initiative as well as working as part of a teamProven ability to plan and prioritise work, meet strict deadlines and be flexible in a fast-paced and demanding environmentStrong coordination & stakeholder management across planning teams, port captains, network managers, and agenciesSchedule reliability & vessel utilisation expertise, including managing contingencies and optimising network performanceAnalytical and data‑driven skills to identify issues, interpret performance data, and ensure high data qualityProblem‑solving ability, including identifying bottlenecks and managing vessel or schedule disruptionsAttention to detail in updating and validating schedules and operational informationAbility to work flexible hours as required by the businessDemonstrate a professional manner at all timesWhat we offerCompetitive salaryPrivate Health Care for everyone from day 1 (non contractual)Generous pension schemeLife Assurance – 4x salary22 days + a day to take on Christmas Eve or New Year’s EveFree parkingOn-site artisan restaurantDiscounted gym membershipCycle to work schemeFlu vaccines and eye care vouchersBuy or sell holiday schemeChristmas club savingMSC Cruises friends and family discountFull induction day and training providedLearning and development opportunitiesDress for the day policy/modern office environment
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