Chartering Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in shipping is seeking a talented Freight Chartering Manager to oversee Atlantic trade for their Capesize portfolio. This role involves managing freight coverage, developing business plans, and leveraging strong relationship-building skills to negotiate optimal deals. The company is committed to leading the way towards a zero-carbon future, making this an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative maritime practices. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and growth in the shipping sector, where your expertise will play a vital role in achieving business goals and expanding client relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the shipping industry with commercial shore-based experience.
• Strong understanding of global market and cargo operations documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored business plans and identify growth opportunities.
• Negotiate freight rates and ensure compliance with charter party terms.
• Analyze market conditions to optimize trading opportunities.

Skills

Freight Trading

Market Analysis

Relationship Building

Cargo Operations Documentation

Education

Marine or Industry-related Qualification

Job description

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Berge Bulk is one of the world’s leading independent dry bulk shipowners and has an outstanding reputation for the safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of commodities worldwide. We own, operate, and manage a fleet of over 90 vessels.

Berge Bulk leads innovation in the shipping industry. Embracing their vision of leading the world towards a zero-carbon future through safe, efficient, and sustainable shipping practices, Berge Bulk is making significant strides in technological advancements. With a goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025, Berge Bulk is actively shaping the future of shipping. This strategic pursuit reflects their commitment to maritime technology leadership.

For more information, you may visit Berge Bulk’s website at https://www.bergebulk.com/

Role Summary

This role is accountable for managing freight chartering for business associated with Atlantic trade for our Capesize portfolio. You are required to ensure Capesize freight coverage is adequate and fully performed in line with agreed policies and procedures.

The principal function of the Commercial Operations group is to build a competitive, flexible freight portfolio. You will need to have a strong understanding of the global market and your specific area.

Your success depends upon role modeling best practice chartering. You enjoy using your relationship-building skills to network with principal clients and suppliers – sourcing the best deals. Freight trading, analysis, and managing a mixed portfolio of risk are key skills and knowledge areas for you.

You should have experience working in a commercial shore-based role, with a proven track record in the shipping industry, and strong experience in cargo operations documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored business plans to achieve business goals
• Identify business growth opportunities
• Develop alternative solutions and formulate commercial and contractual proposals
• Compile and provide relevant information and monthly reports for decision making
• Handle confidential files/reports and coordinate work allocation
• Develop and negotiate period tonnage
• Analyze vessel employment strategies to maximize earnings and meet business targets through optimal vessel utilization, positioning, routing, and portfolio mix
• Forecast and analyze market conditions to optimize trading opportunities
• Market vessels to charterers and brokers
• Negotiate spot freight rates and conclude cargo fixtures for maximum utilization and earnings
• Negotiate Contracts of Affreightment
• Ensure compliance with charter party terms and conditions
• Undertake commercial risk analysis
• Explore new business opportunities and conduct feasibility studies
• Maintain existing client relationships and develop new ones

Key Success Factors

• Quality and level of service delivered
• Accuracy and completeness of information and records
• Outperforming BCI on spot fixtures
• Development of new accounts and fleet expansion
• Personal contribution to the team
• Compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
• Positive feedback from internal customers and colleagues

Core Skills & Functional Skills

• Responsibility
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork
• A marine or industry-related qualification