Vincent Artese
White Plains
Summary
Operations executive with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving operational efficiency. Strong leadership skills with focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Expertise in strategic planning, resource management, and process improvement. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting organizational goals and navigating changing needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President, Operations
Port Liberty Bayonne
Bayonne, NJ
09.2025 - Current
- Oversee all areas of terminal operations and maintenance operations for major marine container terminal.
- Maintain relations with customers, key external stakeholders, and union officials.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate departmental effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align operational strategies with organizational goals.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for operational enhancements and cost savings.
- Facilitated communication between departments to improve workflow and project coordination.
- Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill enhancement and operational knowledge.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of company assets.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
Director, Terminal Operations
Port Liberty Bayonne
Bayonne, NJ
09.2022 - 09.2025
- Manage the daily and long-term operational planning for the terminal. Responsible for oversight of the Marine, Yard, & Rail Operations for the facility.
- Lead teams of Directors and managers to efficiently run the operations while forecasting future planning for the terminal based on volume, vessel sizes, and labor.
- Directly work with leaders of union labor organizations to promote efficiencies and build relationships.
- Responsible for terminal operations P&L and operational budget.
Director, Marine Operations
GCT Bayonne
Bayonne, NJ
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Manage the daily and long-term Marine Operations for the terminal. Responsibilities include but not limited to, supervising longshore labor and foremen in addition to 10 Terminal Managers and Planners.
- Responsible for all facets of Marine Operations including discharge/loading the vessel, planning, equipment readiness, and relationships between labor as well as other terminal departments.
- Working with terminal departments to optimize the daily and long-term management of vessel berthing to maintain fluidity on both the terminal and for our customers.
Director, RMGs, Shuttle Trucks, & CRMGs
GCT Bayonne
Bayonne, NJ
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed the daily and long-term maintenance strategy for Terminal Container Handling Equipment consisting of 20 RMG cranes, 17 Shuttle Trucks, and 2 CRMG cranes. Communicate effectively with 5 direct reports, and over 30 indirect union labor reports consisting of both union and non-union labor.
Director, Maintenance & Repair
GCT Bayonne
Bayonne, NJ
04.2016 - 11.2017
- Managed the daily and long-term Maintenance and Repair operations of Global Terminal.
- Oversee three departments, including Reefer maintenance, Facility Maintenance and Container repair. Communicate effectively with 8 direct reports, and over 65 indirect union labor reports.
Manager of Yard Operations
GCT Bayonne
Bayonne, NJ
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the yard department including but not limited to; leading a team of six superintendents whom are direct reports, as well as longshore labor. Responsible for all yard planning and container movement throughout the terminal for both truck delivery as well as vessel discharge/loading.
Yard / Marine Operations Superintendent
GCT Bayonne
Bayonne, NJ
09.2013 - 01.2015
- Tasks included: Managing the day-to-day terminal yard and vessel operations including but not limited to: organizing ILA vessel gangs as per the ILA contract agreements, monitoring cargo operations, ensuring all employees adhere to company safety standards and protocol by directly counseling labor on safety policies, and reviewing vessel stowage prior to vessel start-up to deter any foreseeable issues during cargo operations.
Import Coordinator / Customs Brokerage
WCS International
Valley Stream, NY
01.2011 - 09.2013
- Tasks included: coordinating shipments with other brokers and forwarders, checking airline and vessel status with respective shipping line, classifying under the HTS, dispatching truckers for LCL, FCL, and air import shipments, working closely with shipping lines to generate arrival notices, data entry, and working closely with customers to expedite shipments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Trade and Transportation, Maritime and Port Security
SUNY Maritime College
01-2012
Skills
- Education: Bachelor of Science in International Trade and Transportation with a minor in Maritime and Port Security from SUNY Maritime College; 2012
- Personal: Strong work ethic with a positive attitude
- Technology: Proficient in Microsoft Office, and multiple Terminal Operating Systems
- Credentials: Current TWIC card holder, Facility Security Officer qualification (2012), Lean Sensei greenbelt certified
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Client relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Results-driven
- Operations management
- Process improvement
- Performance monitoring
- Contract negotiation
- Budget oversight
Websites
Certification
- Lean Sensei Green belt [current]
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Vice President, Operations
Port Liberty Bayonne
09.2025 - Current
Director, Terminal Operations
Port Liberty Bayonne
09.2022 - 09.2025
Director, Marine Operations
GCT Bayonne
01.2019 - 09.2022
Director, RMGs, Shuttle Trucks, & CRMGs
GCT Bayonne
11.2017 - 01.2019
Director, Maintenance & Repair
GCT Bayonne
04.2016 - 11.2017
Manager of Yard Operations
GCT Bayonne
01.2015 - 04.2016
Yard / Marine Operations Superintendent
GCT Bayonne
09.2013 - 01.2015
Import Coordinator / Customs Brokerage
WCS International
01.2011 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - International Trade and Transportation, Maritime and Port Security
SUNY Maritime College