Vice President, Ship Assist and Escort (Finance)
We are on a mission to become the world's most sustainable and innovative maritime, logistics, and technology company. As a privately- held, U.S - owned and operated company, Crowley provides Logistics, Government Solutions, Shipping, Wind and Fuel services in 36 nations and island territories.
By expanding and innovating our services, we have grown into a committed team of over 7,000 diverse people, generating an annual revenue of more than $2.9 billion. We live up to our purpose of bravely advancing what's possible to elevate people and planet with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.
To continue laying the groundwork, challenge what's possible and celebrate the power of inclusion, we seek to partner with driven individuals who are ready to elevate their career with us.
SUMMARY: The Vice President, Ship Assist and Escort (SAE) is responsible for providing all aspects of strategic leadership, administrative, and technical oversight to the assigned business unit. As a key member of the Shipping leadership team, the VP, Ship Assist and Escort will drive operations and revenue strategies aligned with Shipping and the overall company goals and objectives.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide vision, direction and guidance to support the strategic goals and objectives aligned with the P&L.
• Develop and define the business strategy, including market analysist for new business market share and growth opportunities.
• Provide direction for operations and revenue generation, including fleet planning, asset distribution, acquisition and disposal.
• Establish and drive business relations within the industry, assessing competitors and collaborators, regulators, port authorities and customers.
• Ensure all safety and compliance measures are actioned and adhered to.
• Provide leadership and mentorship, across all levels of the team.
• Manage multiple locations, with varying operational responsibilities, pricing (revenue) authority, and/or purchasing authority. EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering or a related field; or a combination of post high school and equal experience may be substituted for education. Masters in Maritime, Logistics or MBA preferred.
EXPERIENCE: 15 years' general business experience in roles with increasing responsibilities within the maritime industry, specific to port or vessel operations and chartering. Ship assist, tug and or small vessel operations
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY: Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook and Word with proven experience in developing, improving and streamlining processes to meet established goals and objectives.
COMPETENCIES: Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including conveying technical information to technical and non-technical users. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal/external business partners. Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives. Ability to prepare, monitor and administer budgets, as well as the ability to perform financial analysis. Ability to function effectively with, or as part of a team. Ability to indirectly mentor, coach, train and/or supervise employees. Ability to effectively manage projects that may vary in nature and scope. Ability to identify and/or document existing and new trends, as well as evaluate and predict their impact on the organization. The ability to provide subject matter expertise, counsel, and effectively influence others at various levels within the organization. Knowledge of and ability to conduct needs, trend, feasibility and performance assessments. Knowledge of and ability to apply the concepts, principles and practices of change management.
JOB SCOPE: Position impacts multiple business units/segments.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like. Extended use of a computer keyboard, viewing of a computer monitor and the ability to sit for long periods of time. Will be required to work aboard tugs on occasion and will be exposed to the relative environment conditions.
Position Location - Seattle/ Hybrid
Salary Range is 183,750 to 245,000
California 14%, Colorado 3%, New York City 25%, Washington 9%
*Pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
