Shipbroker

Job Description & Requirements Market tonnage to customers/ shippers/ charterers Negotiate spot/time charters to achieve maximum income for the owners Check through charter parties Be aware of the positions and desired strategic directions for each ship assigned Coordinate the allocation of sport and contract cargo to the ship assigned to the specific service Set up and negotiate deals, including presenting the business to potential clients, negotiating the main terms of a contract or sale and seeing it through to its conclusion and any follow up that may be involved Coordinate with chartering and operations departments to maximize space utilization, minimize the number of port and berth calls and maximize the voyage’s financial results Coordinate all aspects of trans-shipments for respective cargoes Coordinating contracts of affreightment with customers to receive nominations on time and build programs which fit vessel schedules Maintain current voyage records and documentation to customers for tonnage loading within the service Maintain a thorough knowledge of all relevant charter party forms and company standard terms Ideally the candidate has a maritime commercial degree or relevant qualifications Minimum experience of 2 years in Ship Brokering industry Strong commercial sense and ability to think on your feet Client management/ relationship building skills Ability to negotiate is vital as this is a principle skill requirement in Ship Brokering Good understanding of accounting and numeracy skills are essential Excellent presentation skills and the ability to communicate well Attention to details is key