Chartering Operations Officer

Join Our Chartering Operations Team

Your role in our network

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 as 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 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 globe. Someone who is always looking for optimal operational, commercial and financial possibilities and always thrives to achieve the best result as a team. Every decision you make has influence on the end result!

Applicants must be residing in the Netherlands to be considered for this position.

What will you do?

• You will be responsible for optimizing the voyage planning of your own vessel fleet (including 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.

What we offer

• 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;
• 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 our 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 restaurant;
• Options for flexible working, in accordance with our working from home policy;
• Business laptop;
• Reimbursement of travel to work (via public transport).

Who are we looking for?

• Relevant experience in a similar role within the shipping, logistics, or commodity trading industry (Entry-level candidates are also welcome to apply);
• 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;
• Applicants must be residing in the Netherlands to be considered for this position;
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Who we are

We believe in the power of connection

Our world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network connects producers and consumers to supply sustainable, traceable and quality-controlled agricultural products.

With our talented people, decades of experience and diverse capabilities, we offer innovative solutions to open pathways and create value for customers through our supply chains.

As a responsible long-term business, we will continue to invest in and develop our network, allowing us to meet the needs of a growing world.

What do we stand for?

We believe that a workforce made up of colleagues from different backgrounds, cultures and beliefs can only make us stronger.

We value diversity and work inclusively to bring together many minds, many talents and many perspectives. We offer a work environment where colleagues receive fair and equal opportunities to progress their career at Viterra.

We welcome all applicants regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social origin or any other characteristic.