Sales Director - Ocean Carrier

At HMM, we’re not just a global leader in integrated logistics and shipping—we’re shaping the future of maritime transport. With a diverse fleet and extensive global network, we deliver customized, sustainable solutions that create value for our customers. Our vision to be #1 in customer trust, employee satisfaction, and green shipping sets us apart from competitors. We offer competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a work culture that blends autonomy with strategic support. Join us in driving innovation, sustainability, and success across the shipping and logistics industry.

Why HMM?

• Impactful Work: Be part of a company that shapes the global supply chain while contributing to economic, environmental, and social growth. At HMM, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a company committed to being #1 in customer trust, employee satisfaction, and green shipping.
• Career Growth: We are dedicated to your development. With mentorship, cross-department training, and career advancement opportunities, HMM invests in your success and professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture: Enjoy a dynamic work environment that fosters autonomy while providing continuous support and guidance from leadership to ensure your success and personal development.
• Competitive Benefits: HMM offers competitive compensation packages, health benefits, performance bonuses, 401K, and employee discount programs to support your well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in maintaining a healthy balance. Our generous vacation and floating holidays give you the flexibility to recharge and maintain a fulfilling life outside of work.
  
  

GENERAL POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Canada primary responsibility is for Sales overall productivity and effectiveness. Reporting to the Regional Vice President, the Director fosters close working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the success of their team.

Essential Job Functions/Duties

• Designs, implements, and manages sales forecasting, planning, and budgeting processes.
• Establishes high levels of quality, accuracy, and process consistency in planning, forecasting, and budgeting approaches used by AHQ and the sales organization.
• Ensures planning, forecasting and budgeting efforts are appropriately integrated in line with Regional leadership, AHQ /HQ.
• Provides leadership to the Canada sales and counsel to the Regional Vice President, in implementing campaigns to meet objectives set by AHQ/HQ
• Responsible implementing Regional KPI’s as set by HMM Regional/AHQ/HQ leadership.
• Facilitates successful implementation of new programs through the organization by ensuring a well-defined, efficient process is in place for launch.
• Works closely with the Regional VP and PNW management on recommended enhancements and strategies.
• Responsible for optimal personnel assignments and placement.
• Responsible for changing roles, coverage models, team configurations to maximize sales efficiency.
• Aligns reporting, and training with performance management priorities.
• Ensures reports and market intelligence are provided timely.
• Accountability for all Canada key Regional performance metrics as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Successful experience building a go-to-market strategy and Regional/corporate sales plan
• Successful experience building and growing a sales territory
• Selling ocean services (product/service) to importers /exporters.
• Monitoring and evaluating sales rep progress, aligning with performance expectations
• Managing key customer relationships and closing strategic opportunities
• Utilizing a CRM to manage team sales tasks, pipeline, and closing data
• Hiring, developing key personnel in Canada
• Providing status reports with market and customer feedback to the leadership team
• PC proficiency
• Literate in MS Office Suite and general computer skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask is crucial
  
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Requires four-year degree in business or related field; Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent education and experience preferred.
• Requires at least 7 years of experience in sales management within a business-to-business, business planning scope
• Experience in successfully managing corporate initiatives
  
  

ENVIRONMENT / EQUIPMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work performed in an office environment where the noise level is moderate. Regularly required to stand, sit, and walk around the office. Frequently required to work on a computer. Occasionally required to use force to lift, push and pull up to 20 pounds.
• Nothing in this position description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign essential and non-essential duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
• Requires up to 10% travel.
  
  

Join HMM and navigate the future of shipping and logistics, where you’ll grow alongside an industry leader committed to sustainability, innovation, and excellence.

About HMM America Shipping Agency

HMM is a leading global shipping company operating over 130 state-of-the-art vessels encompassing more than 50 sea routes to over 100 ports of call. HMM strategically collaborates with customers to develop customized supply chain solutions for dry, refrigerated, and other specialized cargo.

HMM is currently ranked in the Top 8 global ocean carriers in terms of service network and market capacity. HMM has formed a global business network of vessels, terminals, railroads, trucks, and offices around the world. HMM is highly regarded as one of the world's top integrated logistics companies with a commitment to operational excellence by our team of industry professionals and state-of-the-art technology.

Additional Details

The pay range listed for this position is the anticipated starting salary or wage range, and the final offered rate will be based on individual merit and the relative compensation of employees in similar positions. HMM employee benefits include highly subsidized individual and family insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), term life and disability insurance, 401(k) employer matching contributions, paid holidays, and up to 10 vacation days and six sick days in the first year.

HMM provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements. HMM participates in the E-Verify program.