Manager, Planning
About this role
Job Responsibilities
- Manage the planning for more than $500M in container assets to support PIL liner revenue
- Develop and implement container fleet plans aligned with market demand and long‑term business requirements, ensuring the optimal mix of equipment across global trades and seasonal cycles.
- Optimize container portfolio through strategic newbuilding, leasing, sales, and disposal decisions to achieve the best balance of cost, asset quality, and operational flexibility.
- Monitor global fleet size, performance KPIs, and stock levels, and provide direction to equipment flow teams and regional offices to maintain the targeted fleet profile.
- Develop container ownership and portfolio strategies, including long‑term planning, lease‑versus‑buy evaluations, and lifecycle cost optimization.
- Oversee container‑related CAPEX, OPEX, and fleet budgeting processes, including financial forecasting, investment analysis, and optimization of overall fleet spend.
Job Requirements
- Education: Diploma/Degree Holder, University qualification in Management or equivalent preferred
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in container leasing, fleet & inventory management preferred
Company at a glance
Pacific International Lines (PIL) is among the top 12 container shipping lines in the world. Established in Singapore in 1967, we are the largest home‑grown carrier in Southeast Asia.
We serve customers in over 500 locations, with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania and the Pacific Islands. Operating a fleet of around 100 container vessels, we provide shipping services and solutions to customers in more than 90 countries worldwide.
Whatever the product – dry, refrigerated, breakbulk or special cargo – we will find a way to ship it in a safe and efficient manner. With our global network of agencies and intermodal corridors, we aim to bring value to our customers through end-to-end transportation.
At PIL, we are driving connectivity for our customers and partners with markets and communities. Our people-centric approach puts customers first, by leveraging expertise and technology to provide efficient and sustainable solutions.
We supplement our core liner shipping business with container manufacturing and logistics services to provide solutions across the supply chain.
Guided by a future-focused vision, we are committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on communities. For more information, visit www.pilship.com
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