Descrizione della Posizione Lavorativa

Atlantic Gate is a medium-sized, internationally active freight forwarder with a solid emphasis on sea freight. The Genoa office hosts a compact, ambitious and fast-growing team committed to becoming a market leader.

To support this growth, we are seeking an experienced, hands-on Operations Team Lead to join the team and take responsibility for sea freight operations.

Your impact

In this position you will take ownership of the company’s sea freight operations, lead a small team and simultaneously contribute to daily operational tasks. You will be instrumental in designing processes, increasing efficiency and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Your responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the Sea Freight department.
• Work closely with the team and actively handle import and export shipments.
• Challenge and improve current procedures to boost efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with internal OPS procedures and applicable external regulations.
• Monitor and optimize operational costs while keeping competitive service levels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, agents and service providers.
• Ensure high service quality and customer satisfaction.
• Proactively identify and resolve operational issues.

What you bring

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business or a related field.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in freight forwarding, with sea freight experience required.
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to lead by example.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to support operational activities when needed.
• Additional certifications (FIATA, customs, Lean/Six Sigma) are considered a plus.

Why join us?

• Be part of a small, entrepreneurial and high-impact team.
• Take on real responsibility from day one and contribute directly to company growth.
• Work in a supportive, collaborative and international environment.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.

Ready to grow with us and make an impact? Apply now and join Atlantic Gate in shaping the future of logistics.

Benefits

• Small, entrepreneurial team with high responsibility from day one.
• Supportive, collaborative and international work environment.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.

Requisiti

Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain/Business or related field; minimum 3+ years of experience in freight forwarding with sea freight required; hands-on leadership approach; strong organisational and communication skills; flexibility to support operations. Additional certifications (FIATA, customs, Lean/Six Sigma) are a plus.