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The opportunity:
The Chartering Coordinator supports all elements of the chartering function including identifying and chartering vessels that meet the ocean freight requirements of Canpotex marketing and its customers within cost, quality and time objectives on an ongoing basis.
This position:
Negotiates and charters vessels for carriage of potash through brokers or direct, always in accordance with Canpotex values, policies and procedures.
Develops an understanding of ocean freight market dynamics.
Produces voyage analysis and determines initial evaluations of performance results on chartered vessels.
Updates shipping schedule based on changes in customer requirements or vessel availability.
Evaluates and determines the feasibility of rerouting or deviating chartered vessels to enhance voyage results or customer service.
Prepares all Charter Parties for outside cargoes where no broker is involved and provides to Manager, Ocean Transportation for approval. Once approved, circulates and coordinates freight payments as directed by Vessel Operations staff.
Works with Vessel Operations on all matters regarding stowage, loading, routing and discharging of chartered vessels to ensure smooth execution.
Maintains ocean freight market indices and prepares corresponding reports for quarterly management and board of director reports.
You have:
Bachelors degree or Diploma in Marine Transportation or a related field.
Minimum three to five years experience in Dry Bulk Ocean Transportation in chartering or brokerage. Additional experience in vessel operations or agency field is considered an asset.
Demonstrated knowledge of chartering policies and practices.
Good understanding of the ocean freight market.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.