Branch Manager (CargoWise proficiency essential)

Cakum Global is recruiting a Branch Manager – Freight Forwarding (CargoWise) for our client based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

Role Overview:
This is a senior operational leadership role responsible for managing the day-to-day performance of a freight forwarding branch. The successful candidate must bring strong CargoWise capability alongside proven people and operational leadership experience in a freight forwarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage branch operations across sea and air freight forwarding

• Ensure effective and consistent use of CargoWise across all operational activities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop branch staff

• Maintain operational standards, compliance, and data accuracy

• Oversee quotations, job costing, invoicing, and operational reporting

• Act as the senior point of contact for key clients and stakeholders

• Drive efficiency, accountability, and continuous improvement within the branch

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in a Branch Manager or senior operations role within freight forwarding

• Strong, hands-on experience using CargoWise (mandatory)

• Demonstrated leadership and people management capability

• Solid understanding of freight forwarding operations, customs processes, and compliance

• Commercially aware with experience overseeing operational performance and costs

• Confident decision-maker, firm but fair leadership style

Employment Details:

• Residential role based in Port Moresby

• Accommodation and transport provided

• Single-status expatriate package (accompanied may be negotiated; no dependent children)

• Spouse may accompany but no work permit provided

• 2-year contract with potential extension

Apply here: https://www.careers-page.com/cakum-global/job/3WRRXR3W

Referrals and confidential enquiries are welcome and can be made via Cakum Global.