Commercial Operator

Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailThis job description describes the minimum job requirements. This description is illustrative and does not imply that the functions outlined below are the exclusive standards of this position. Incumbents will be expected to follow additional instructions and perform other related duties as required.Purpose of the PositionTo support the vessels and the shore office by coordinating daily vessel activities between internal and external customers to provide smooth efficient operations. Provide necessary support to ensure proper billing and collection of revenues.Core Job FunctionsMonitor and execute voyages as per Charter Party terms spot COA or time charters.Ensure compliance with all commercial operations and legal requirementsAppoint and instruct port agents as required. Oversee port calls and cargo operations to minimize delays and costs.Maximize voyage profitability by monitoring speed fuel efficiency and management of expenses Monitor bunker prices arrange for bunker supply and order bunkers as required with the goal of optimization. Liaise daily with vessels agents chartering dept. superintendents and customers to ensure efficient operations.Maintain and strengthen customer relationships through proactive and clear communication.Create update and distribute voyage schedules to all relevant parties in a timely manner. Prepare customer review presentations and facilitate meetings as needed.Input daily data into the voyage management system e.g. vessel positions revenue expenses.Monitor laytime and generate demurrage claims with supporting documentation in a timely manner.Manage accounts receivablepayable and ensure accurate accruals for voyage and charter costs.Responsible for collecting all voyage paperwork from the vessels and maintaining the paperwork for office auditsEnsure letters of indemnity are received when required and vessels issue letters or protest in accordance with OSGs management system Responsible for day-to-day data collection for OSGs Title V air permit and DNREC reporting Delaware Bay onlyMaintain Q88.com and ensure all vetting documents are thoroughly reviewed prior to passing to chartering dept or customers Contribute to the development and revision of Management System procedures when required.Represent OSG in a professional manner to provide efficient and economic service to all customersPerform all other duties assigned by supervisor or managerCore Competencies Bachelors degree preferred Maritime Academy graduate preferredThree to five years of solid established experience in barge andor ship operations ashore andor afloat preferredStrong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products requiredKnowledge and understanding of marine contracts and demurrage preferred

Significant FactorsWritten and verbal communication skills are requiredSelf-starter able to set goals and plans to fulfill corporate objectivesStrong ability to manage multiple tasks requiring solid planning control review and cost projectionvariance analysis skillsHighly developed prioritization and organizational skills and attention to detailHigh level of analytical skill and process management abilityAbility to travel by air to various US cities possibly requiring overnight staysAbility to board vessels in port requires using a gangway with a grade of 30-60 degreesWillingness to remain accessible for communication and consultation on an around the clock basis and work unusual hours including nights and weekends as required.<-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemail <-- post-content --> Your browser failed to load the job description PDF in iframe. Please click the view button below to open job description PDF in a new tab. View PDF