We are excited to announce a retained search for a Senior Commercial Manager on behalf T.Parker HOST / Avondale Global Gateway.
Avondale Global Gateway is a 275-acre former shipyard on Mile 108 of the Mississippi River, redeveloped into a multimodal logistics terminal with significant warehousing and storage capabilities. T. Parker Host acquired Avondale in 2018 from Huntington Ingalls Industries and has since reestablished its iconic prominence into a model of ingenuity. Avondale Global Gateway is a historic property with four docks and over one mile of waterfront, uniquely accommodating ships, barges, rail and trucks. This facility offers immediate access to the regional and interstate highway system and is positioned at the interchange of six Class I railroads, creating the ability for cargo to be distributed in all directions.
Avondale Global Gateway has become integral to HOST’s continued efforts of shifting the transportation paradigm and rethinking how cargo moves – providing exceptional service and solutions to our customers.
This pivotal role is essential for expanding our client’s warehousing, logistics, and intermodal facilities near New Orleans and along the Mississippi River.
If you are intrigued by this unique opportunity, please consider the following questions to determine your suitability:
- Do you have extensive experience in the shipping industry?
- Have you demonstrated success in ship agency, logistics, and warehousing?
- Can you effectively sell and manage 1 million square meters of warehouse space?
- Are you well-connected along the Mississippi River and knowledgeable about intermodal transport, including barge vessels?
- Are you tenacious and thrive in an autonomous role?
If you answered yes to these questions, we encourage you to apply now and speak with me directly. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and growing company.
Only US Nationals and Green card holders will be considered for this role.