Shipping Specialist

Overview

Responsibilities

• Support Operations and Chartering Managers in daily shipping tasks
• Execute our voyage Charter Parties and follow up on COA shipments in line with agreements
• Coordinate and follow up on the signing of Charter Parties and related documents
• Conduct and review laytime calculations and ensure proper documentation
• Track daily vessel status and update records, including ERP entries
• Follow up on payment requests, approval processes, and internal documentation
• Collect emission and environmental data as part of reporting requirements
• Review trade contracts and provide input on shipping-related clauses
• Communicate with Owners, Agents, our international offices and internal departments (Trading, Finance, Trade Operations)
• Assist in the preparation of internal and external shipping reports

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Business Administration, Shipping or a related field (GPA over 3.00/4.00 preferred)
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, including shipping terminology
• Previous experience as a freight operator in dry bulk shipping operations or a similar role is preferred
• Solid understanding of INCOTERMS, customs and maritime regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with ERP systems is a plus
• Strong communication and coordination skills; a true team player
• Self-motivated, reliable, able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
• Strong analytical thinking and a problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
• Experience with Sedna, Nextvoyage, or similar platforms is preferred.
• We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process.
• All applications will be kept strictly confidential.