Port Development Manager

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Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC Cruises Vollzeit
We are seeking a dedicated Port Development Manager to work from our Headquarter in Geneva.

Under the guidance of the VP Port Development, you will play a pivotal role in establishing long-term agreements, concessions, and driving port development initiatives.


  • Language Proficiency: Fluent in English.
  • Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Law, or Political Sciences.

Industry Experience: 10 years of experience in the cruise industry, preferably in roles related to Port Operations, Port services, and cost negotiations.


  • Technical Skills: Good command of Excel and PowerPoint for effective communication and analysis.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Port, Environmental & Maritime International Standards and Regulations.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changes in priorities, company approaches, and the ability to switch seamlessly between projects.
  • Pressure Handling: Proven capability to work under pressure, managing lastminute requests, urgent tasks assigned by senior managers, and tight deadlines.
  • Team Collaboration: A team player with a supportive approach, able to work effectively in an openspace environment with colleagues.
  • Travel Capability: Willingness and ability to travel as required by senior managers.
  • Negotiation Expertise: Skillfully negotiate with local authorities and stakeholders to ensure agreements beneficial for MSC Cruises and MSC group.
  • Business analysis and Planning: Contribute to the creation of feasibility studies to guide successful port development choices and projects (this includes providing the business assumptions to Finance Department, review business plans and business needs with port, nautical and shoreside activities teams, providing input on legal documents, etc.).
  • Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships and communication with suppliers and consultants, fostering collaboration for successful outcomes.
  • Cost Optimization: Proactively seek opportunities to reduce costs related to port development activities, contributing to the financial health of the projects.
  • Project Coordination: Make sure internal and external stakeholders keep pace on their assigned tasks, keep meticulous records of all meetings and timelines, ensuring effective communication and followup with involved departments.
  • Team Collaboration: Report to the VP Port Development and collaborate with the colleagues in the Port Development Team assigned to construction processes, as well as all other MSC Cruises' colleagues worldwide, fostering a cohesive and efficient working environment.
  • Performance Analysis: Prepare insightful performance analyses and compelling PowerPoint presentations for senior managers.
  • Market Awareness: Stay vigilant for competitive threats and trends in the industry to inform strategic decisionmaking.
  • Industry Representation: Represent the company at selected meetings, association functions, cruise industry events, travel industry conventions, and other relevant gatherings.
VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)


EU-Passport \/ Right to work in SwitzerlandPart of the MSC Group, MSC Cruises is the market leader in the Mediterranean, South Africa and South America, and sails year-round in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.

Its seasonal itineraries cover northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, South America, southern Africa, and the Persian/Arabian Gulf.

MSC Cruises was born in the Mediterranean, and draws inspiration from this heritage to create a unique experience for holidaymakers worldwide.

As a result of a euro 6.5 billions investment programme launched in 2003, MSC Cruises' fleet comprises 13 state-of-the-art cruise ships belonging to four different classes: Lirica, Musica, Fantasia and Meraviglia.

The fleet's average age is 7 years, the youngest in the industry.

In 2014, MSC Cruises launched a euro 9 billion, 10 year investment plan to support the second phase of its growth through the order of up to 11 next generation mega cruise ships.

As a result, MSC Cruises' fleet will double by 2026, while the passenger capacity will triple to reach five million passengers per year.

MSC Cruises is the first cruise company to develop an investment plan of this length and magnitude.

MSC Cruises feels a deep responsibility for the environments in which it operates, and was the first company ever to earn the Bureau Veritas "7 Golden Pearls" for superior management and environmental stewardship.

In 2009, MSC Cruises began an enduring partnership with UNICEF to support various programmes assisting children worldwide.

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