CHARTERING MANAGER

Commercial & Freight Trading Execution • Develop and manage a balanced portfolio of cargo contracts (COAs, spot cargoes) and chartered-in tonnage. • Optimize freight spreads between cargo revenue and vessel hire. • Execute time charter, voyage charter, and COA fixtures. • Position vessels strategically based on forward market expectations. • Actively manage market exposure (spot vs period exposure strategy). • Monitor Baltic indices and route economics to guide commercial decisions. Charterparty Negotiation & Contract Management • Lead negotiations with owners, charterers, brokers, and operators. • Structure charterparty terms aligned with risk management strategy. • Review and negotiate CP clauses including laytime, demurrage, bunker clauses, and performance warranties. • Ensure commercially robust fixtures with optimized terms and optionality. Voyage P&L Ownership • Prepare detailed voyage estimates and sensitivity analysis. • Monitor actual voyage performance versus estimates. • Manage hire, freight, demurrage, dispatch, and claims. • Identify and implement cost optimization strategies. • Report voyage profitability and variance analysis to management. Market Intelligence & Strategy • Maintain real-time awareness of freight markets across Handy, Supramax, and Panamax segments. • Develop freight forecasts and commercial positioning recommendations. • Provide structured reporting to senior management and the Board. • Identify arbitrage opportunities across regions and vessel sizes. Operational & Cross-Functional Coordination • Ensure seamless communication between post-fixture and the account teams. • Coordinate with operations to maximize tradable days and minimize idle time. • Work closely with technical managers (where applicable) to optimize vessel performance and off-hire management. • Support bunker procurement strategy in coordination with operations. Business Development & Network Building • Expand relationships with cargo interests, traders, brokers, and shipowners. • Develop new cargo streams and tonnage sourcing channels. • Enhance the company’s commercial profile within the dry bulk market. Risk Management & Claims • Manage exposure related to freight volatility and operational risks. • Correspond with P&I Clubs and legal advisors on claims when required. • Support arbitration processes when necessary.