Shipping & Logistics
Freight Operations Manager — Global Hiring Overview
Freight Operations Managers run sea freight operations for forwarders, NVOCCs, and shipping lines.
Median Salary
$98.0k
$70.6k – $137k
Demand Score
90/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
2.8K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+13%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for freight operations managers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Freight Operations Manager mandates, driven by fleet expansion, ESG and emissions compliance, and the digitalisation of commercial shipping.
Salary Trend
Freight Operations Manager compensation typically falls between $70.6k and $137k, with experienced freight opss in the global maritime market commanding $137k+ at leading shipowners, managers, ports, cruise operators, and offshore players. Total compensation often includes leave pay, travel, joining bonuses, performance pay, and ship-type or DP allowances.
Career Path
Freight Operations Managers typically progress to Shipping Manager, Vessel Operations Manager roles, or into fleet manager, head of operations, and commercial / chartering leadership across the global hiring maritime market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Lead sea freight operations
- •Manage carrier relationships and rates
- •Drive on-time delivery and margins
Qualifications
- •Logistics / SCM background
- •5+ years sea freight leadership
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Freight Operations Manager jobs by city
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Dubai
5.2K openings · $127k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Abu Dhabi
4.1K openings · $125k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Fujairah
3.5K openings · $103k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Doha
4.3K openings · $127k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Ras Laffan
3.6K openings · $108k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Dammam
3.9K openings · $108k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Jeddah
4.1K openings · $108k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Muscat
3.1K openings · $103k
Freight Operations Manager jobs in Manama
2.8K openings · $108k
Freight Operations Manager salary insights
Freight Operations Manager salary in Dubai
$127k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Abu Dhabi
$125k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Fujairah
$103k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Doha
$127k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Ras Laffan
$108k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Dammam
$108k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Jeddah
$108k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Muscat
$103k
Freight Operations Manager salary in Manama
$108k
Hiring by maritime industry
Shipping Companies hiring Freight Operations Managers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Freight Operations Managers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Freight Operations Managers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Freight Operations Managers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Freight Operations Managers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Freight Operations Managers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Freight Operations Managers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Freight Operations Managers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Freight Operations Managers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Freight Operations Manager in the global maritime market is around $98.0k, typically ranging from $70.6k to $137k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.