Shipping Operations Manager

Overview

Shipping Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day vessel operations and voyage execution for all assigned crude and refined product cargo movements.
• Coordinate all aspects of voyage planning, including vessel nominations, bunker procurement, and operational scheduling to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Ensure strict adherence to charter party agreements and provide comprehensive post-fixture operational support, including documentation and compliance.
• Act as the primary point of contact and liaison with vessel owners, charterers, agents, terminals, and all other relevant third parties involved in shipping activities.
• Monitor cargo operations, port activities, and marine logistics processes, proactively identifying and resolving any potential issues or delays.
• Collaborate closely with Trading and Trade Operations teams to ensure seamless scheduling, nominations, and effective resolution of operational challenges.
• Prepare, review, and manage all critical shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, cargo manifests, and voyage instructions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Track, analyze, and report on all voyage costs, including bunker usage, demurrage, detention, and freight exposure, providing insights for performance improvement.
• Maintain accurate voyage tracking systems and provide timely, concise operational updates to internal stakeholders and customers.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of
• 8 years
• of progressive experience in shipping operations, chartering, or marine logistics, with a strong preference for experience within commodity trading or the energy sector.
• A Bachelor's degree in

Business Administration

• or a related field.
• Proven expertise in
• Logistics Management, Supply Chain, Warehouse Operations, Inventory Control, Transportation Management, Freight Forwarding, and Customs Compliance
• .
• Demonstrated experience in
• Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Negotiation, and Communication
• .
• Proficiency in

Data Analysis

ERP Systems

WMS Software

• .
• Strong understanding of tanker operations, voyage execution, charter party terms, and marine logistics processes.
• Experience working within crude oil, refined products, or wider commodity trading environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as

APICS CPIM, CSCP, or PMP

• .
• Proficiency in the English language is preferred.

What We Offer

• A
• permanent, onsite
• position in the vibrant United Arab Emirates.
• **Competitive compensation**
• commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• A comprehensive and
• competitive benefits package
• designed to support your well-being.
• The opportunity to work within a leading organization in the global trading and shipping industry.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development.