Chartering Manager

Michael Page; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Chartering Manager to manage freight contracts and vessel operations for bulk commodities. The role involves negotiating shipping terms, overseeing financial documentation, and planning shipment performance. Candidates should have at least 3 years of commercial experience in the shipping industry, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with shipping software. This position offers attractive opportunities for growth and success in international markets.

Benefits

Attractive opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial experience in the shipping industry; Panamax sector exposure is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with shipping software.

Responsibilities

• Conclude long-and short-term freight contracts for bulk commodities.
• Manage post-fixture operations of vessels and ensure smooth execution of shipments.
• Plan and monitor maritime shipment performance.

Skills

Shipping negotiation

Financial documentation management

Stakeholder management

Vessel operations

Contractual terms guidance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Veson-IMOS

Job description

Join a leading player in the logistics space as Chartering Manager, responsible for managing freight contracts and vessel operations for bulk commodities. This role offers the chance to drive commercial success and optimize shipping performance across international markets.

Client Details

Reputed player in the bulk trading space.

Responsibilities

• Conclude long‑and short‑term freight contracts on voyage and time‑charter basis for bulk commodities.
• Manage post‑fixture operations of vessels and ensure smooth execution of shipments.
• Plan and monitor maritime shipment performance and oversee financial documentation and payment settlements.
• Negotiate shipping terms and conditions with buyers, ports, and suppliers.
• Prepare cost estimates and reports for financial planning on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Maintain and expand stakeholder networks across the logistics chain to support commodity sales.
• Provide guidance to laytime team on contractual terms and calculations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial experience in the shipping industry; Panamax sector exposure is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with shipping software; experience with Veson‑IMOS is advantageous.

Job Offer

Attractive opportunities for growth.