Operations Manager - Dry bulk shipping, Singapore

Location Singapore
Discipline: Maritime
Contact name: Brijesh Mongia

Contact email: brijeshm@caliber8.sg
Job ref: 2365

Are you an experienced dry bulk commercial operations manager with mangerial abilities?

 

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a market leading shipping conglomerate of repute.

 

Responsibilities:

 

Collaborate with leadership to identify new projects/initiatives and set operational plans that meet the future demands of the function.

• First level of escalation for incidents and disputes. Provide subject matter expertise to contain and resolve the situation and/or escalate accordingly.

• Develop and optimize bunkering strategies to align with voyage objectives.

• Ensure the portfolio is optimised for every voyage and conduct post-voyage and month end analysis

• Identify opportunities to optimise Bunker spend and Port spend and Responsible for the portfolios spend.

• Identify key risks to the operation and develop strategical and sustainable solutions for safe and efficient operation.

• Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including vessel owners, clients, agents and terminals, to ensure seamless

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of operators, providing clear direction and fostering a collaborative work environment

 

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Marine based diploma or degree or equivalent

• Industry related experience, ideally in dry bulk shipping

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in commercial shipping operations

• Demonstrated achievement and accomplishment in chosen discipline via practical application of knowledge.

• Demonstrated ability to investigate and problem solve non-routine and complex problems

• Strong working knowledge and understanding of maritime regulations, standards and legislation

• Strong communication and negotiation skills

• Proven capability to network and establish/maintain relationships

• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple and complex work fronts in demanding operational environments

• Detailed knowledge of charter parties and shipping contracts

• Working knowledge of maritime logistics and integrated supply chain interfaces

• Skilled in leading and managing commercial maritime operational teams

 

Please note that candidates based in Singapore will only be shortlisted and notified.