Voyage Manager

Maritimesolutionsltd Ltd; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Navora, under the aegis of MaritimeSolutionsLtd, is hiring a Voyage Manager (Dry Bulk) to oversee the commercial operations of dry bulk vessels, covering the entire voyage lifecycle from pre-fixture support to post-fixture execution and financial analysis. This role sits at the intersection of commercial shipping, voyage optimization, stakeholder management, and financial performance.

You will work with Chartering, vessel owners, charterers, brokers, port agents, and internal teams to ensure

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in commercial shipping operations.
• Seagoing experience in a management-level position aboard dry bulk vessels.
• Strong understanding of pre-fixture operations, voyage execution, and post-fixture processes.
• Experience with voyage planning, vessel performance monitoring, bunker planning, and voyage cost management.
• Experience with commercial claims, charter-party matters, freight collection, and voyage P&L analysis.
• Hands-on experience with IMOS or a comparable integrated maritime operations system.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-fixture negotiations by providing vessel specifications, cargo-carrying capabilities, and performance history.
• Assess vessel suitability for proposed trades, considering schedules, cargo requirements, port restrictions, and feasibility.
• Evaluate cargo hold readiness and provide port-specific information for fixtures.
• Assist in estimating voyage costs and assessing commercial feasibility for chartering decisions.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate information throughout pre-fixture.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Independence

IMOS

Tools

IMOS

Job description

Navora, under the aegis of MaritimeSolutionsLtd, is hiring a Voyage Manager (Dry Bulk) for its client, a service-driven organization specialising in integrated commercial management solutions for the maritime industry.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Voyage Manager (Dry Bulk) to oversee the commercial operations of dry bulk vessels, covering the entire voyage lifecycle from pre-fixture support to post-fixture execution and financial analysis.

This role sits at the intersection of commercial shipping, voyage optimization, stakeholder management, and financial performance. You will work closely with Chartering, vessel owners, charterers, brokers, port agents, and internal teams to ensure seamless voyage execution, optimize cargo intake and bunker consumption, manage claims, and maximize voyage profitability.

What Will You Do?

Pre-Fixture Planning & Commercial Support

• Support the Chartering Department during pre-fixture negotiations by providing accurate vessel specifications, cargo-carrying capabilities, and vessel performance history.
• Assess vessel suitability for proposed trades, considering vessel schedules, cargo requirements, port restrictions, and operational feasibility.
• Evaluate cargo hold readiness and provide relevant port-specific information to support fixture decisions.
• Assist in estimating voyage costs and assessing commercial feasibility to support informed chartering decisions.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate information is available throughout the pre-fixture process.

Voyage Execution & Performance Management

• Manage the end-to-end execution of dry bulk voyages, ensuring compliance with charter-party terms and agreed voyage instructions.
• Prepare detailed voyage plans and voyage orders for Masters, optimizing cargo intake, bunker requirements, vessel scheduling, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with brokers, charterers, vessel owners, port agents, and internal departments to facilitate smooth voyage execution on a 24/7 basis.
• Monitor vessel performance at sea, identifying deviations, delays, and operational issues, and implement timely corrective actions.
• Liaise with the accounting team to monitor outstanding receivables and support timely collections to improve cash flow.
• Handle, contest, defend, and negotiate commercial claims in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor voyage profitability and develop a thorough understanding of voyage Profit & Loss (P&L), including cost control and revenue optimization.
• Optimize vessel cargo intake while ensuring compliance with vessel limitations, port restrictions, and operational requirements.
• Plan bunker requirements to ensure adequate fuel availability throughout the voyage, considering consumption, fuel grades, trading areas, and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate with weather-routing service providers to support optimal route selection, fuel efficiency, and vessel performance.
• Monitor voyage progress and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce avoidable costs.

Commercial Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Negotiate and appoint port agents, ensuring reliable service delivery and cost-effective port operations.
• Plan bunker stems in accordance with vessel requirements, fuel specifications, and trading-area restrictions.
• Coordinate freight invoicing, other charterer-related billings, and post-fixture activities with the relevant teams.
• Provide accurate and timely voyage information to Claims Coordinators to support the resolution of commercial disputes.
• Review and approve Port Disbursement Accounts (PDAs), ensuring accuracy and appropriate cost control.
• Work closely with Finance, Chartering, Operations, and Post-Fixture teams to maintain seamless information flow across the voyage lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate voyage records, operational data, and documentation within company systems, ensuring data integrity and traceability.

The Must-Haves

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in commercial shipping operations, preferably in dry bulk vessel operations.
• Previous seagoing experience in a management-level position aboard dry bulk vessel.
• Strong understanding of pre-fixture operations, voyage execution, and post-fixture processes.
• Demonstrated experience in voyage planning, vessel performance monitoring, bunker planning, and voyage cost management.
• Experience with commercial claims, charter-party matters, freight collection, and voyage P&L analysis.
• Hands-on experience with IMOS or a comparable integrated maritime operations system.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong commercial understanding of the dry bulk shipping industry and voyage management practices.
• Sound knowledge of charter-party terms, cargo operations, port procedures, and vessel trading requirements.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret voyage performance data, assess costs, and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach, with the ability to anticipate challenges and take timely corrective action.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively in a dynamic, 24/7 operational environment.

Ready to Chart Your Course?

If you have a strong background in dry bulk commercial operations and are passionate about optimizing voyage performance and profitability, we would love to hear from you.