Dry Bulk Operations Manager

Location Singapore
Discipline: Commodities
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Freddie Ricks

Contact email: freddie.ricks@venturesearch.com
Job ref: 3324
Published: about 9 hours ago

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Dry Bulk Shipping Operations Manager to oversee the full post-fixture operations of our client's global dry bulk chartering activities. The successful candidate will work closely with charterers, traders, shipowners, port agents, and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient and cost-effective voyage and time charter execution. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth operational performance across a wide range of dry cargo commodities including iron ore, coal, grains, and bauxite.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end post-fixture operations for voyage and time-chartered dry bulk vessels (Handy to Capesize)

  • Coordinate all aspects of a vessel's voyage: nominations, documentation, demurrage, laytime calculations, port rotations, and bunker planning

  • Liaise with shipowners, brokers, port agents, and inspectors to ensure seamless cargo movements

  • Proactively identify and resolve operational issues such as delays, weather risks, port congestion, and contractual disputes

  • Monitor vessel schedules, performance metrics, and cost controls (freight, bunkers, port costs, etc.)

  • Prepare and analyze voyage performance reports and cost reconciliations

  • Review charter party terms to ensure compliance and risk mitigation in daily operations

  • Work closely with chartering, trading, legal, and finance teams on vessel allocations and claim management

  • Handle demurrage and despatch claims, including negotiation and settlement

  • Maintain strong relationships with port agents, terminals, shipowners, and surveyors globally