Chartering Specialist

Chartering Specialist Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Chartering Specialist to join our Supply Chain Department. In this role, you will support vessel chartering activities for domestic and international projects in the offshore energy sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in maritime logistics and commercial chartering practices, along with a collaborative mindset to support successful project execution.

Chartering Specialist Responsibilities

• Coordinate chartering responsibilities to fulfill project requirements in the offshore energy industry.
• Issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to vessel owners based on internal scopes/specifications.
• Support and follow up with vessel owners during proposal preparation to ensure timely responses.
• Conduct commercial bid evaluations and recommend vessel owners based on cost, compliance, and efficiency.
• Lead negotiations on commercial terms and finalize charter parties using BIMCO contracts.
• Prepare and manage charter agreements, incorporating project-specific terms and mitigating deviations.
• Close the proposal process, notify all participants of final decisions, and handle any required documentation.
• Follow through on contract execution, including revisions if necessary.
• Maintain proper documentation and support centralized archiving processes.
• Build and sustain strong communication with vessel owners to support project planning.
• Assist with procurement of additional goods/services as needed to support project delivery.
  
  

Chartering Specialist Position Requirements

• 2–3 years in chartering, marine logistics, or a related supply chain role.
• Fluency in English required.
• Proficient in BIMCO chartering contracts and SmartCon.
• Strong understanding of vessel operations, commercial maritime terms, and risk management (e.g., liabilities, mobilization windows).
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is preferred.