USA - Vessel Planner

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Business Need / Purpose of Role:

TheVessel Planner is responsible for supporting the Port Captain in developing and maintaining appropriate business relationships with service providers respective port authorities customers regulatory bodies and other business units. Primarily responsible for oversight of vessel scheduling and operations services. Responsible for cost minimization and evaluation related to vessel scheduling including bunker cost terminal standby/deadtime and other vessel schedule related expenses.

Objectives & Measurement Key Responsibilities:

Customer Service & Operations

• Ensure ships agency services are rendered to all customers at an excellent level
• Maintain a smooth quick turnaround of vessels advising local authorities on vessel details
  keeping all relevant parties informed while meeting all KPIs
• Establish and maintain relationships with government departments and agencies local authorities and stake holders
• Act on escalated matters that require an immediate response and engage in conversation with customers to address any issues or concerns
• Continually seek new methods to reduce operational costs and find efficiencies for the port office to enhance service delivery
• Work collaboratively with peers to achieve desired goals
• Prepare Prearrival Documentation and Visitor/Vendor List for Vessel/Terminal
• Coordinate Sailing Arrangements and Create Vessel Attendance Report & Other Documents
• Monitoring and managing vessel activities to efficiently schedule work activities

External Providers

• Liaise with clients vendors and port services on a daily basis always performing accurate and timely updates of systems in order to have fresh data and present the best information to clients
• Assist vessel planning and vessel stability which includes but its not limited to:
  o Reconciliation of vessel
  o Documentation for the vessel departure
  o Reports
• Administer all elements required for vessel port call which includes but not limited to
  o Administer and Request all required elements related to vessel call (i.e.: Tugs Pilots Regulatory Line Handling etc..
  o Administer all weather and significant events (Vessel Delays) through appropriate channels.
• Promotes teamwork integration through clear understanding of interdepartmental needs and expectations between all locations
  

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must have an advanced communication (verbal written and listening) skills in order to communicate at different levels throughout the organization and with exterior organizations etc..
• Ability to develop strong business relationships within all levels of management; ability to understand influence and persuade across all levels of the organization exercising a high degree of confidentiality professionalism poise tact and diplomacy to accomplish objective.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision multitask and possess strong initiative exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.
• Ability to motivate and lead virtual teams remotely and the ability to adjust communication style for different situations and cultures.
• Knowledge of Port Operations and Port Agency services.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision multitask and possess strong initiative exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks changing priorities & operate within a deadlineoriented environment.
• Ability to think logically establish and follow procedures instructions and make sound decisions.
• Possess organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize be detail oriented and results driven.
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills including strong verbal and listening skills.
• Must possess an advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint and Outlook.

Education Qualifications Certifications and Licenses

Education/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Maritime Administration Business Administration or recognized equivalent from an accredited university preferred; equivalent experience maybe substitutes for educational requirements.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar position/industry preferably with experience in Port Agency (shipping services) with exposure to various commoditiesand vessel types utilized in the port of assignment.
• Experience working within complex international organizations.
• Significant operational / business experience in the shipping or service industry with the ability to run a costefficient business operation across a large geographical area.
• Experience working within predefined processes and procedures delivering work in accordance with SLAs (Service Level Agreements).

Why Inchcape Shipping Services

We believe in building a diverse and high performing workforce that works together to provide our partners with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards we depend on our people their welfare training and expertise. We realize the value of the diversity of our people and know that their unique experiences skills and passions strengthens the organization stimulates creativity and promotes the exchange of ideas helping you to build a rich and rewarding career.

What youll get:

We understand that different families have different needs which is why were always evolving our benefits to accommodate our employees.

Along with health and financial benefits our employees enjoy a variety of other perks tuition assistanceemployeeresource groups and collaborativeworkspaces some offices even welcome dogs.

In addition to our traditional benefits and perks we sponsor various events throughout the year. And weprovidea culturebased onlearningthe support of anengaged teamandan inclusive environment where all employees are valued.

We alsoencourage a better worklife balance with our flexibility. Whilewe know inoffice collaboration is critical to our vision we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environmentfulltime. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools Inchcape has enabledour employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.

• Generous time off and paid holidays
  • Three weeks vacation (immediately upon date of hire) 10 days Personal/Sick time 12 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Performance and Recognition You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and reaching milestones.
• Career growth and opportunities for promotions. We develop and hire from within!
• Compensation range is dependent upon experience. You will also be eligible for bonuses and other benefits.
• Plus much more!

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