Job Descrption
Zodiac Maritime is an international ship operating company providing a full range of management services for a wide and diverse fleet of commercial ships, spanning containership to tankers, bulk carriers to PCTCs, and a growing orderbook focused on dual-fuel vessels to improve overall fleet energy efficiency.
Headquartered in London’s bustling West End, our modern, open-plan offices accommodate a growing team of over 200 people. With representative offices across Europe and Asia, our shore-based headcount grows as our fleet continues to expand and diversify, as does our dedicated crew of over 6,500 seafarers.
This is an exciting time for the company as we continue to grow and modernise our fleet and operations. Contract type Full Time
With our diversified portfolio of over 180 commercial vessels and the continuation of expansion across our fleet, this is an exciting opportunity to join our chartering department.
As Chartering Manager, reporting into the Head of Chartering (Dry... Cargo), you will be responsible for the employment of our current fleet of approximately 55 Containers. The vessels are currently employed on medium to long term Time Charters with MLO’s.
You will work within the commercial team of approximately 10 people who closely liaise with the Executive Management Team in developing and executing the Companies’ commercial strategy across the different vessel types.
Zodiac is seeking an experienced Chartering Manager, with a broad and in-depth knowledge of Shipping; The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of market dynamics, commercial aptitude and economic principles. They are proactive, detail-oriented and capable of delivering high-quality results under pressure.
Commercial
Responsible for all time and voyage chartering activities to achieve the most profitable and efficient employment of the fleet
Leveraging market analysis and insights, proactively seeking out opportunities to create commercial advantage
Reporting market developments to and strategising with Executive Management team to optimise commercial strategy
whilst upholding commercial guidelines and compliance requirements
Ensure executive management have up-to-date visibility of all vessels chartered and unfixed, daily position listings, freight market information, market trends and analysis
Ad-hoc deliverables as required
Marine Compliance
and Anti-Money Laundering, policies, practices, and procedures
Successful background and demonstrated experience in shipping (Chartering and Operations)
Established relationships and network within the Container market segments
Commercial aptitude and ability
Commitment to helping promote and maintain a safe workplace
Ability to help drive the commercial aspect of our new ERP platform Open Ocean and reporting tools within
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