Chartering Operations Officer

As our Operations Officer, you are part of our ambitious and diverse Chartering Operations department within Viterra Chartering B.V. We focus on learning and development opportunities and offer a comprehensive onboarding program, which is tailored to extend your knowledge on dry bulk shipping in a whole.

Our new Operations Officer has an interest in shipping, is well organised and enjoys working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

You will be handling the entire operational process of our worldwide chartered fleet, which includes daily contact with captains, vessel owners/brokers, port agents and surveyors. With the use of an advanced data driven voyage management systems and tools you will strive to deliver a more sustainable, transparent and (cost-) efficient freight service to Viterra B.V. and our external clients.

We are looking for an Operations Officer, who is ready to take-on the responsibility to steer our fleet around the global. Someone who is always looking for optimal operational, commercial and financial possibilities and always thrive to achieve the best result as a team. Every decision you make has influence on the end result!

• You will be responsible for optimizing the voyage planning of your own vessel fleet (incl. checking and coordinating bunker requirements, cargo intakes, port rotations, optimal sea routes, appointment of port agents etc.);
• You will ensure all terms and conditions of the charter party are followed and fulfilled;
• You will provide daily updates on the voyage planning to relevant (internal and external) clients and stakeholders and ensuring all is updated in the voyage management system;
• You are in control of the profit and loss for each voyage;
• You will analyze the performance of the vessel, in port as well as at sea;
• You are in control of the financial responsibilities related to each voyage, which includes; invoicing, (laytime) calculations, including monitoring of payables and receivables and being aware of what is required to finalize a voyage.

• A competitive salary and an annual bonus scheme, based on company results and your performance;

• An additional full month’s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance;

• Exciting opportunities to progress your career within our international network;

• A flexible and attractive pension scheme, fully funded by Viterra;

• A challenging position within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network;

• A professional and stimulating environment in which enthusiastic and driven colleagues work together in a practical and informal way;

• 27 days of annual leave, including Good Friday and one flexible day during the Christmas and New Year period;

• Access to a range of free and exclusive classes to improve your physical and mental wellbeing as part of Viterra’s Vitality programme;

• Tailored learning & development opportunities;

• A modern, open and inspiring office in the centre of Rotterdam, next to the Markthal and Blaak station;

• Complimentary daily lunch service from our Viterra restaurant;

• Options for flexible working, in accordance with our working from home policy;

• Business laptop;

• Reimbursement of travel to work (via public transport).

• Relevant experience in a similar role within the shipping, logistics, or commodity trading industry;
• You have a Bachelor degree, preferably in a relevant field such as nautical, technical or a logistical field;
• An independent, proactive, and solution-oriented work approach;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with various stakeholders;
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
• You have strong planning and organizational skills;
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.