Posted 4w ago

Depot Manager (6271)

@ SubCom
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:oversee shipping, manage inventory, supervise laborers
Requirements Summary:Associate degree; experience with cable installation/operations; manage laborers and supervise teams; leadership in hands-on environment; operate or be trained in cranes and forklifts; willing to travel up to 40%; Fit for Duty for international travel.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Crane, Forklift
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Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? 



Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. 



The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. 



We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. 



Position Overview 



The Depot Manager oversees shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations at SubCom depots. It's a hands-on leadership role that combines logistics management, equipment operation, and facility oversight, with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and operational efficiency. 



Responsibilities 




  • Operations & Logistics


    • Manage cable movements for SubCom and non-SubCom vessels. 

    • Oversee loading/unloading using cranes, forklifts and other equipment. 

    • Coordinate cable transfers across domestic and international depots.

    • Supervise and direct stevedores (dock workers). 



  • Availability & Travel

    • Be on-call 24/7 for emergencies or urgent operations.

    • Travel (~40%) to support global depot activities and cable handling.



  • Inventory & Customer Management

    • ​​​​​​​Maintain accurate records of incoming/outgoing materials.

    • Manage customer inventory tracking. 

    • Create cost estimates and review project billing. 

    • Manage storage agreements. 



  • Facilities & Asset Management

    • ​​​​​​​Oversee maintenance of: 

      • ​​​​​​​Depot Buildings

      • Equipment (cranes, forklifts)

      • Grounds



    • Plan and schedule preventive maintenance. 



  • Financial Oversight

    • Manage budgets for depot operations. 

    • Ensure cost efficiency while maintaining service quality. 



  • Compliance & Safety

    • Ensure all operations follow company policies and safety standards. 

    • Maintain integrity in all business practices.