Deputy Manager, Slot

Singapore

**DRIVING CONNECTIVITY**

**Chart your Course with PIL**

With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you’re fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals.

At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore, and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities.

**Get On Board for a Dynamic and Purposeful Career.**

The Deputy Manager, Slot leads Singapore’s slot function, ensuring optimal utilization of space across PIL’s vessels and partners. The role requires close coordination with Trade, Transshipment, Local teams, and Partners to manage forecasts, monitor vessel loading, and resolve shortfalls. Success in this role drives vessel efficiency, cost control, and smooth cargo flow through Singapore.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Plan and coordinate team resources for daily
- Plan and coordinate resources for daily inbound / outbound operation to ensure efficient and timely operations
- Manage daily slot planning, partner slot negotiations and last-minute space allocations to optimize vessel utilization
- Drive process improvements and slot management practices aligned with PIL’s productivity and cost-efficiency goals
- Mentor and coach team members, ensuring knowledge transfer and delivering strong performance
- Ensure relevant performance reporting structure is in place

**MUST HAVE**:

- Diploma or related qualification in Logistic/Transportation, Business Studies, or equivalent.
- At least 5 years (s) of working experience in the shipping or logistics field

**Why Join Us**:

- Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

**Application Process**:
**About Us**

Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world’s top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands.

Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels.

Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services.

PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on “Driving Connectivity” and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line.

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.