Senior Operations Supervisor

Lean Six Search | Supply Chain Recruitment; Sint Maarten; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lean Six Search | Supply Chain Recruitment is seeking a Senior Operations Supervisor (Vessel Operations) in the Netherlands. The role involves assisting with all operations activities, collating reports, and maintaining vessel schedules. You will support the Operations Manager in ensuring timely and accurate communication with relevant stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is a graduate with maritime or logistics experience, able to work flexible schedules, proficient in English, and ready for international travel. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Student or graduate in International Business, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Maritime Studies, or a related field.
• Previous experience in the maritime, shipping, logistics, or port industry.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Availability to work flexible schedules based on vessel operational requirements.
• Availability for international travel when required.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and in a fast paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all Operations activities.
• Collate daily position reports received from Head Office for all vessels.
• Maintain and update vessel schedules, including ETA and ETD information.
• Prepare and distribute loading and discharge information for containers.
• Support the Operations Manager in ensuring accurate reporting.

Skills

Strong teamwork

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Education

Student or graduate in a relevant field

Job description

• The Senior Operations Supervisor (Vessel Operations) will assist in all Operations activities.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Collate daily position reports received from Head Office for all vessels within the assigned service network and ensure accurate communication with terminals and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain and update vessel schedules, including ETA and ETD information.
• Provide short-term operational forecasts and share relevant updates with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely response and follow-up of operational communications.
• Prepare and distribute loading and discharge information for full and empty containers to planners, terminals, and cargo flow teams.
• Support the Operations Manager in ensuring that vessel arrival, progress, and departure reports are prepared and distributed accurately within established KPI timeframes through internal reporting systems.
• Assist in optimizing terminal resources and labor allocation based on stowage plans and operational requirements, while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Monitor vessel productivity and support initiatives aimed at reducing idle time during port operations.
• Coordinate with port authorities, terminals, and service providers to ensure all operational requirements are arranged prior to vessel arrival.
• Liaise with port agents and terminals regarding resource allocation, equipment requirements, and vessel call sequencing.
• Ensure loading and discharge data is accurately verified and communicated to the relevant internal departments and stakeholders.
• Prepare standardized post-operation and performance reports within established KPI timeframes.
• Coordinate with port agents to monitor vessel departure readiness and ensure all documentation and clearance requirements are completed to facilitate timely sailing.
• Coordinate the planning and execution of project cargo, breakbulk, and out-of-gauge shipments, including quotations, surveys, and operational follow‑up.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of operational procedures, systems, and productivity standards.
• Provide operational support and coverage for team members when required.

Qualifications

• Student or graduate in International Business, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Maritime Studies, or a related field.
• Previous experience in the maritime, shipping, logistics, or port industry.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Availability to work flexible schedules based on vessel operational requirements.
• Availability for international travel when required.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and in a fast paced operational environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and coordination skills.