Chartering operation manager

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

What we offer:

This is an exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting known for diversity and being a high paced environment. You will get to focus on creating valuable relations with current and new customers and work with highly professional teams in an environment where you will be valued, recognized and well rewarded. You will work with amazing and diverse colleagues with a deep sense of commitment to live Our Values and together, go all the way for our customers, society and for each other.

As a Chartering Operations Manager, you will oversee and manage the operational, crisis, and incident response for Maersk’s time-chartered vessels, ensuring efficiency, adherence to company standards, and fulfillment of contractual commitments.

Key Tasks and responsibilities:

• Performance Management: Lead proactive engagement with assigned vessel Owners to maintain high operational standards, collaborating effectively with shipowners and relevant internal stakeholders.

• Legal Oversight: Address and manage legal matters related to Maersk’s time-chartered vessels, working closely with legal teams as needed.

• Safety and Reliability Management: Monitor and resolve safety and reliability issues on vessels and with customers, partnering with the chartering and assurance teams to uphold safety protocols and ensure reliability.

• Compensation and Claims Management: Oversee the administration of compensation for off-hire periods, claims, and related financial activities, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy.

• Operational Point of Contact: Serve as the main liaison for both internal and external stakeholders regarding operational matters involving all time-chartered vessels.

• Expense Oversight: Track and manage operational expenses for time-chartered vessels, ensuring alignment with the terms outlined in charter party agreements.

• Vessel Phase Management: Lead the phase-in and phase-out processes (delivery and redelivery) of time-chartered vessels, ensuring efficient and seamless transitions.

• Organizational Briefings: Provide the organization with timely updates and key insights into operational issues and developments related to time-chartered vessels.

• Project Support: Act as a subject matter expert to support cross-functional projects and IT development initiatives.

• Team Performance & Collaboration: Ensure the performance, growth, and engagement of the operational team by fostering collaboration, providing guidance, and promoting a high level of ownership and accountability.

• KPI and Performance Reporting: Monitor key performance indicators to ensure that vessel operations deliver and align with strategic business objectives.

• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance vessel performance, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Required Experience:

• Marine Background: Minimum of 5 years in an office role, excluding sea experience.

• Procurement/Shipping Operations/TbM Background: Minimum of 5 years in relevant positions.

Preferred Skills:

• Stakeholder Management: Effectively manage relationships with shipowners and customers, especially under pressure.

• Ambiguity Management: Comfortably handle complex and unclear situations, addressing challenges constructively.

• Independence and Reliability: Maintain focus on goals and ensure team commitment.

• Interpersonal Skills: Build strong relationships across functions, levels, and cultures.

• Team Engagement: Create an environment that motivates team performance.

Desired ‘soft’ Skills:

• Negotiation experience

• Data management and analysis

• Knowledge in claims/legal matters

• Project management

• Power BI  proficiency

Join us at Maersk to make an impact on a global scale, drive innovation, and contribute to shaping a sustainable future.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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