Inventory and Equipment Specialist Region IMEEA

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

MISSION :

Within the Logistics Department, your main mission will be to ensure the operational implementation of the logistics budget and the preliminary stock- and empty containers flow inventory for the area you are in charge of.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The scope of activity will include, but not limited to following:

• Plan and coordinate equipment evacuation in line with Head Office guidelines and regional priorities.
• Ensure equipment availability in depots and terminals by analyzing forecasts and export requirements, with a continuous focus on fleet optimization.
• Monitor container supply and demand, idle full and empty containers, dwell time and stock levels to identify risks and propose corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Agency Logistics, Operations, depots and terminals to reduce empty idle time, optimize storage levels and support cost efficiency.
• Identify and propose vessel backloading opportunities, including targeted idle units, projected volumes and damaged equipment.
• Work closely with Head Office, Regional Operations and Cargo Flow teams to maximize empty loading and discharge opportunities.
• Contribute to logistics cost optimization, imbalance management, empty repositioning initiatives and storage cost reduction projects.
• Ensure the proper use of CMA CGM Group logistics systems and monitor compliance with logistics procedures, reporting standards and system updates.
• Follow up on logistics KPIs and ensure timely and accurate reporting from local agencies, including logistics expenses under Form 9.
• Prepare weekly and monthly equipment reports, including key data, highlights and recommendations for Head Office and Regional Management.
• Support the improvement of logistics processes, tools and system features by identifying business requirements and regional needs.
• Ensure regional logistics requirements are aligned with CMA CGM Group strategy and commercial priorities.
• Perform any other logistics-related duties assigned by the Logistics Manager.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Proven experience in container management at agency or regional office level
• Strong understanding of equipment flow and logistics operations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage at all levels
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience within a shipping line, managing a similar role or scope

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !