Manager Port Operations Cost Manager

Faststream is hiring for Manager Port Operations Cost Manager

Job Title: Manager Port Cost Analytics & Operations
Division: Marine Operations | Department: Port Operations

Summary: This role is responsible for analysing and optimising port-related costs, services, and processes to support financial decision-making and enhance itinerary and deployment planning. It involves developing data-driven insights, improving tariff transparency, and collaborating with cross-functional teams across Finance, Port Operations, and Planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse port costs, identify savings, and implement cost-efficiency measures
• Lead budget planning and vendor contract negotiations
• Develop and present reports to provide transparency and support itinerary planning
• Support business cases, process improvements, and strategic initiatives
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements:

• Degree in Business, Logistics or similar
• Minimum 3 years’ maritime industry experience (cruise sector preferred)
• Strong financial and analytical skills; cost-conscious with procurement experience
• Proficient in MS Office 365; Power BI and MXP experience desirable
• Experience in reporting, presenting, and initial leadership preferred

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Proactive, autonomous and results-driven
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities
• Professionalism and reliability in all tasks

Impact & Scope: This role contributes directly to financial performance and long-term deployment planning through analytical insight and cost transparency. While not a people manager, the postholder influences decisions across multiple departments and plays a key part in optimising operational and strategic efficiency.