Operations Manager- Post Fixture Operations Dry Bulk - GLOBAL MARKETING SYSTEMS

Job Summary: The Operations Manager for Post Fixture Operations in the dry bulk shipping industry from a shipowners standpoint is responsible for coordinate the daytoday operational activities of a fleet of bulk carriers in an efficient timely and costeffective manner to ensure the owner and charter expectations are met.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

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  Contract Management: Ensure that all postfixture operations align with the terms and conditions stipulated in charter party agreements and contracts protecting the owners interests.
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  Voyage Planning and Optimization: Collaborate with chartering and commercial teams to develop efficient voyage plans considering factors like route selection fuel consumption and vessel performance to maximize profitability.
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  Cost Control: Monitor and manage operational costs including vessel maintenance bunkering ageing fees port fees and other expenses to ensure costeffective operations and maximize owners returns.
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  Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to vessel operations including turnaround times fuel consumption and voyage profitability. Implement strategies for performance improvement.
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  Port and Terminal Relations: Maintain relationships with agents port authorities terminals and service providers to facilitate smooth vessel movements minimize delays and optimize port calls.
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  Documentation and Compliance: Oversee the preparation and review of essential documentation including bills of lading cargo manifests and certificates ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
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  Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks such as demurrage detention and cargo claims by implementing appropriate risk management strategies and procedures.
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  Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the shipowner and charterers ensuring effective communication and addressing any operational issues or disputes promptly.
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  Safety culture: To actively promote the companys safety culture and standards across the vessel.
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  Team Management: Supervise a team of operations professionals including operations coordinators and port captains providing guidance support and leadership to ensure efficient and effective operations.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in any marinerelated courses. Ex Master or Chief Officer with sailing experience will be preferred for this role
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in carrying out the shore based day to day operations of a fleet of bulk carriers (Sea experience would be essential)
  
• Previous working experience in Post Fixtures & Ship Operations ideally with a ship owner
  
• Basic knowledge of dry cargoes dry bulk vessels charter parties P and I clubs
  
• Good command of spoken and written English
  
• Should have experience on some Post fixture software
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  
• Problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
  
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk management.

Benefits

• Excellent opportunity to grow in a fastexpanding organization.
  
• An ethical innovative challenging professional and rewarding work environment in a reputable globally recognized organization
  
• Modern offices in a modern city with good quality of life