We are looking for candidates for the position of Chartering Assistant (1 fte) in our Livestock Express Singapore office.
Livestock Express forms part of the Vroon Group, a diversified international shipping company. With offices located in the Netherlands and Singapore, Livestock Express is the world's largest independent seaborne livestock carrier. The dedicated fleet of modern, purpose-designed vessels operates with highly qualified crew, in line with the most stringent international rules and regulations for transportation of animals.
What will you do?
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Provide general support with regards to negotiations and charter parties (e.g. prepare voyage estimates, assist in drafting and administrating charter-party terms);
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Compile routine reports of vessels’ commercial operational performance to facilitate efficient chartering activities;
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Maintain up-to-date vessel datasheets for marketing purposes;
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Maintain voyage and fixture data in the voyage-management software application (IMOS);
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Assist in preparing market and business performance reports (e.g. competition movement and market shares);
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Assist in maintaining and improving business relations with customers (e.g. prepare customer reviews, presentations and customer visits).
Who are we looking for?
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Bachelor degree in Maritime studies, Economics, Business Administration or equivalent;
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Able to work in a careful and thorough manner;
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Excellent numerical and analytical skills;
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Excellent verbal and written communication and reporting skills in English;
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Computer literacy is a must;
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A number of years’ experience in a similar (commercial) position, preferably in an international maritime commercial company, would be an advantage.