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Uptake Manager

Maersk

Job Location:

Dubai - UAE

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 16 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 14 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsible for uptake/allocation management and vessel capacity steering of all services within scope including VSAs SCAs with the objective of optimizing yield utilization profitability and service delivery.

Uptake/Allocation Management

Manage uptake on vessel-voyage basis based on available data & tools to optimize daily booking acceptance for max profit

Execute the model ship per service based on global flows market demand customer segments and cargo contribution

Set and actively manage space allocation between countries on both long/short term basis with considerations to relative yields and customer commitments.

Ensure full use of the entire network by active steering; directing new bookings to the right string to achieve maximum utilisation; timely and effective execution/communication of contingencies

Monitor booking uptake and engage stakeholders to take corrective actions when required to ensure maximum utilization of vessels

Execute contingency plans in close co-ordination with Head of Market Market Manager & Network to match seasonal supply/demand and minimize service disruptions/failures for customers

Work closely with pricing team to understand and influence pricing decisions to optimize uptake

Provide input for trade direction setting and network optimization to maximize network profitability

Stakeholder Management

Actively engage with stakeholders across the scope to optimise the working relationships across organisational entities and to ensure smooth network execution providing full visibility of product targets and up-to-date information for decision making at all levels.

Coordinate with commercial teams and Trade managers on setting correct steering

Suggest improvements to Network and/or processes as part the of the continuous improvement objective.

Competencies

Overall 5 years of experience with 2 years of experience in Shipping Logistics Supply chain industry is preferred but not limited to.

Problem -solving acumen and tactical thinking both financial and operational

Stakeholder management influence without authority and conflict resolution

Decisiveness execution and drive for results including being comfortable with and willing to take calculated risks

Organization; time management prioritization

Note: This role is for a UAE Nationals with Family Book
Were committed to embracing the rich geographical diversity present in the communities where we operate including here in the UAE. Alongside our dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace environment were actively supporting Emiratization initiatives set forth by the UAE government ensuring the meaningful and efficient employment of its citizens. While we welcome applications from all qualified candidates for this position we are currently prioritizing candidates that hold a UAE Family book.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race colour gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leave veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Required Experience:

Manager

Key Skills

Restaurant Experience
Customer Service
Employee Evaluation
Management Experience
Math
Employment & Labor Law
Sanitation
Leadership Experience
P&L Management
Mentoring
Supervising Experience
Restaurant Management

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About Company

Maersk

For over 100 years, our customers have been changing and improving the world through trade. It has always been our passion and privilege to be their trusted, open and brave partner. Making trade more effective and our customers more successful.

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