Managing Consultant – Operations & Optimization

Kaleris

. Lead high-stakes consulting engagements as principal subject matter expert for port executives and terminal directors .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading digital transformation and automation initiatives within port operations, optimizing processes through strategic alignment and operational readiness. Proficient in managing multidisciplinary teams and fostering executive-level relationships to enhance terminal efficiency and performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Digital Transformation LeadershipOperational Readiness ManagementN4, XPS, ECN4 ProficiencyEnd-to-End Audit ExecutionExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Marine CoordinationGate LogisticsYard ConsolidationDual-Cycling LogicException HandlingOperational KPI DevelopmentVessel Stowage PlanningQuay Crane SchedulingYard Stacking OptimizationTruck Turnaround Process Management

Soft Skills

MentoringFacilitationTeam LeadershipProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

TOS ModulesExpert DeckingAuto StowPrime RouteASC SchedulerHorizontal Transport SchedulersYard Crane Schedulers

Industry Keywords

Heavy Port Machinery Safety ProtocolsTraffic RulesBuffer ManagementAutomated Container FacilitiesManual Terminals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead high-stakes consulting engagements as principal subject matter expert for port executives and terminal directors
Guide digital transformation and automation roadmaps
Direct multidisciplinary teams across simultaneous global projects
Own executive-level relationships and facilitate board-level workshops
Manage strategic alignment across terminal management, engineering, IT, and frontline operations
Conduct end-to-end audits of waterside, landside, and gate operations
Identify bottlenecks, idle times, and inefficiencies
Optimize vessel stowage planning, quay crane scheduling, yard stacking, and truck turnaround processes
Guide manual or semi-automated terminals through operational readiness, change management, and workflow adaptation toward fully automated operations
Integrate TOS modules including Expert Decking, Auto Stow, Prime Route, ASC Scheduler, and Horizontal Transport Schedulers
Align software logic with quay cranes, automated stacking cranes, rubber-tired gantries, and automated transport vehicles
Configure and fine-tune N4, XPS, and ECN4 parameters
Mentor Terminal Control Room operators, planners, and supervisors
Design and lead operational training workshops
Develop, track, and report operational KPIs including crane moves per hour, truck turnaround time, and yard density

Requirements

What you’ll need

Comprehensive understanding of marine coordination, gate logistics, yard consolidation, dual-cycling logic, and exception handling
Proven operational experience in traditional manual terminals and modern automated/semi-automated container facilities
In-depth familiarity with equipment behaviors, traffic rules, buffer management, and safety protocols for heavy port machinery
Strong hands-on proficiency with N4, XPS, ECN4, Yard Crane Schedulers (YCS), Horizontal Transport (HT) modules, and related automation interfaces
Ability to interpret complex operational data, diagnose systemic issues, and translate findings into software or procedural fixes
Exceptional communication skills for bridging IT/engineering, terminal management, and unionized or frontline workforce personnel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Inclusive work environment
Diversity commitment