Port Tampa Bay
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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Port Tampa Bay
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Port Tampa Bay is looking for a strategic leader to grow our container cargo business.
As Director of Business Development, you'll drive growth, forge global partnerships, and represent PTB on the international stage. If you’re a seasoned logistics professional with a strong maritime background and a passion for global commerce — we want to hear from you! What You’ll Do: Lead and implement strategic sales plans to grow PTB’s container cargo sector. Build and manage relationships with shipping lines, cargo owners, and logistics providers. Identify new market opportunities and represent PTB at industry events. Collaborate on marketing, promotions, and long-term facility planning. Prepare forecasts, reports, and insights for executive leadership. What You Bring:
10+ years in container liner/port sales or trade development Bachelor's in Business, Logistics, or related field Deep knowledge of global shipping and port systems Ability to travel domestically and internationally Why Port Tampa Bay?
At Port Tampa Bay, you’ll play a central role in shaping the future of one of the fastest-growing ports in the Southeast U.S. Join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to impact global trade, work with top-tier industry players, and help drive economic growth for the region. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative, mission-driven work environment. Scope & Purpose
This is a highly responsible position, reporting to the Sr. Vice President of Marketing & Business Development, with a focus on business development activities for PTB under the direction of senior management. The role aims to develop new cargo opportunities while maintaining the port's existing cargo base and representing Port Tampa Bay locally, regionally, and internationally to maritime and international trade industries. This employee will lead the strategic growth of the port’s container business. They are responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and executing a Sales plan to promote PTB and strategic partners’ services, to attract new business and maintain current business. Essential Functions & Duties
Develop and implement strategic business development and Sales plans for the container cargo sector; Identify new market opportunities and emerging trends in the global cargo trade, especially within the targeted cargo sectors; Create and execute long-term growth strategies in line with the port’s overall objectives; Establish and maintain strong relationships with shipping lines, beneficial cargo owners, vehicle processors, freight forwarders, terminal operators, and logistics providers; Act as the primary commercial liaison for existing and prospective clients; Represent Port Tampa Bay at industry events, conferences, and trade shows deemed important and aligned with Business Development goals; Work with internal marketing teams to develop outreach campaigns and promotional materials; Provide input on facility upgrades, berth availability, and equipment needs to support cargo growth; Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior leadership; Contribute to revenue forecasting and budgeting for the targeted business lines; Collaborate with Executive staff on port development planning to accommodate anticipated trade trends and advances in shipping technology; Administrative responsibility for implementing the port’s container cargo Sales efforts; prepare an annual operating budget and speak at various trade association and maritime industry meetings to foster the port’s image, and perform other work as required. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development Industries: Maritime Transportation Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Port Tampa Bay.
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Port Tampa Bay
— Join to apply. Overview
Port Tampa Bay is looking for a strategic leader to grow our container cargo business.
As Director of Business Development, you'll drive growth, forge global partnerships, and represent PTB on the international stage. If you’re a seasoned logistics professional with a strong maritime background and a passion for global commerce — we want to hear from you! What You’ll Do: Lead and implement strategic sales plans to grow PTB’s container cargo sector. Build and manage relationships with shipping lines, cargo owners, and logistics providers. Identify new market opportunities and represent PTB at industry events. Collaborate on marketing, promotions, and long-term facility planning. Prepare forecasts, reports, and insights for executive leadership. What You Bring:
10+ years in container liner/port sales or trade development Bachelor's in Business, Logistics, or related field Deep knowledge of global shipping and port systems Ability to travel domestically and internationally Why Port Tampa Bay?
At Port Tampa Bay, you’ll play a central role in shaping the future of one of the fastest-growing ports in the Southeast U.S. Join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to impact global trade, work with top-tier industry players, and help drive economic growth for the region. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative, mission-driven work environment. Scope & Purpose
This is a highly responsible position, reporting to the Sr. Vice President of Marketing & Business Development, with a focus on business development activities for PTB under the direction of senior management. The role aims to develop new cargo opportunities while maintaining the port's existing cargo base and representing Port Tampa Bay locally, regionally, and internationally to maritime and international trade industries. This employee will lead the strategic growth of the port’s container business. They are responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and executing a Sales plan to promote PTB and strategic partners’ services, to attract new business and maintain current business. Essential Functions & Duties
Develop and implement strategic business development and Sales plans for the container cargo sector; Identify new market opportunities and emerging trends in the global cargo trade, especially within the targeted cargo sectors; Create and execute long-term growth strategies in line with the port’s overall objectives; Establish and maintain strong relationships with shipping lines, beneficial cargo owners, vehicle processors, freight forwarders, terminal operators, and logistics providers; Act as the primary commercial liaison for existing and prospective clients; Represent Port Tampa Bay at industry events, conferences, and trade shows deemed important and aligned with Business Development goals; Work with internal marketing teams to develop outreach campaigns and promotional materials; Provide input on facility upgrades, berth availability, and equipment needs to support cargo growth; Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior leadership; Contribute to revenue forecasting and budgeting for the targeted business lines; Collaborate with Executive staff on port development planning to accommodate anticipated trade trends and advances in shipping technology; Administrative responsibility for implementing the port’s container cargo Sales efforts; prepare an annual operating budget and speak at various trade association and maritime industry meetings to foster the port’s image, and perform other work as required. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development Industries: Maritime Transportation Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Port Tampa Bay.
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