Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Logistics, International Trade, Supply Chain, Commerce, or related field.
Shipping-related certifications are an advantage.
Experience
2–5 years of experience in dry bulk, tanker, breakbulk, or general cargo chartering and operations.
Experience handling voyage fixtures, time charters, or contracts of affreightment (COAs).
Exposure to cargoes such as clinker, barite, gypsum, coal, fertilizers, steel products, etc..
Technical Knowledge
Candidate should be familiar with:
Chartering
Voyage Charter Parties (GENCON, NYPE, etc.)
Time Charter Parties
Fixture recaps
Laycan negotiations
Freight calculations
Hire calculations
Vessel suitability assessments
Voyage estimations (TCE calculations)
Operations
Notice of Readiness (NOR)
Statement of Facts (SOF)
Laytime calculations
Demurrage and despatch calculations
Port agency coordination
Bills of Lading
Cargo documentation
Draft surveys
Loading/discharging operations
Bunker calculations
Vessel scheduling
Commercial Skills
Negotiating freight rates
Liaising with owners, brokers, charterers, and agents
Preparing voyage P&L estimates
Monitoring vessel performance
Contract administration
Software Skills
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Word and Outlook
Shipping software (IMOS, Veson, Danaos, or similar) – preferred
Familiarity with AIS and vessel tracking platforms
Key Responsibilities
Source and evaluate suitable vessels.
Negotiate freight and charter party terms.
Prepare voyage calculations and commercial evaluations.
Coordinate pre-fixture and post-fixture activities.
Monitor vessel movements and cargo operations.
Calculate laytime, demurrage, and despatch.
Liaise with port agents, surveyors, owners, and charterers.
Ensure timely documentation and invoicing.
Preferred Qualities
Strong negotiation skills.
Excellent communication and email drafting.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple voyages simultaneously.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail in contractual and operational matters.
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹28,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
