Faststream is recruiting for a Ship Operations Manager for a small family orientated ship owning company, based out of The Netherlands. With a focus on the seaborne transportation of various cargoes, this role is all about managing commercial contracts and ensuring smooth operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement, execute, and supervise commercial contracts, time, and voyage charters for the best financial results.
- Communicate effectively with vessels, customers, technical managers, port agents, and other parties.
- Keep contract administration for all assigned vessels up to date.
- Provide reports and analyses to improve the effectiveness of commercial contracts.
- Assist in fixing bunker stems and appointing port agents.
- Understand and anticipate customer needs for future requirements.
What We Offer:
Being part of a close-knit, family-run business comes with a range of benefits:
- Competitive salary
- 8% holiday allowance
- Bonus scheme
- 28 days of annual vacation
- Personal development opportunities with an annual budget of €2,500
- Option to work from home with an allowance
- Laptop and mobile phone
- Internet allowance
- Pension scheme
- Access to a cozy company restaurant for lunch or meetings
- Discount on sport subscriptions
- Optional collective health insurance
- A fun and inclusive culture that supports and challenges you
- A relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s degree (e.g., Maritime Operations, Shipping and Logistics)
- Experience in a similar commercial operations position
- Seagoing experience and knowledge of voyage operations/administration software is a plus
- Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to "go the extra mile"
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, and a commercial attitude
- Good verbal and written communication and reporting skills in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
If you think this role could suit you then please send across a copy of your CV. Likewise if this position isn't quite right for you but you know of anyone who may be interested please don't hesitate to pass on my details.