It's more than a job

In an administrative role at Kuehne+Nagel, tasks such as managing office operations or coordinating schedules certainly contribute to your team's success, but they also provide meaningful moments for people around the world. Because your attention to detail supports your colleagues to perform at their best, such as ensuring the timely and seamless transport of hearing aids and advanced medical devices that change lives. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work contributes to more than we imagine.

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How you create impact

The Chartering Operations Specialist supports the Charter Desk in delivering effective and efficient chartering operations and post-fixture support to the internal network and external direct clients.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing all post-fixture work for chartered vessels, including laytime calculations, preparing documentation, and providing daily updates.
Handling disputes and claims, and enforcing charter party terms.
Monitoring vessel performance at sea and pursuing performance claims against carriers where required.
Reviewing and authorizing booking notes while overseeing the Regional Charter Desk (RCD) function for other Kuehne+Nagel offices worldwide.
Managing contracts, including all post-fixture activity.
Vetting vendors and ensuring adherence to KN guidelines and processes.
Producing and reviewing documentation, including Charter Parties, Booking Notes, and Bills of Lading.
Liaising closely with carriers, charterers, colleagues, and shipping agents, as well as the internal Engineering team, to ensure smooth operations.
Overseeing general office administration and ensuring freight payments are made in a timely manner.
Assisting with spot chartering requirements and tenders on an ad-hoc basis.
Participating in carrier meetings and conferences within the geographical area.
Supporting the team during vessel load-outs and load-ins on board, with an expected 10–20 days of travel per year.
Communicating HSSE requirements to all relevant parties.

What we would like you to bring

Minimum 5 years experience in the breakbulk, heavy-lift, and bulk market.
An established network and in-depth knowledge of the breakbulk, heavy-lift, and bulk market.
A commercial mindset with strong negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Experience attending loading and discharging operations in the field worldwide.
Familiarity with BIMCO contracts such as Conline, Gencon, Heavyliftvoy, Heavycon, and Supplytime.
Proficiency in English.
Willingness to travel occasionally for business.
Familiarity with Statements of Facts and laytime calculations.
A proven track record of managing vessel charter operations in a leading role.

What's in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel, you'll be part of a global logistics leader that believes in creating real impact on business, on customers, and on careers. Here's what you can look forward to:

Global Exposure: Step into a world of international opportunities with a presence in 100+ countries.
People-Centric Culture: Join a team where your voice matters and people genuinely care.
Learning & Development: Grow with us personally and professionally through world-class training and career pathways.
Innovation & Sustainability: Be part of a future-focused company driving real change in logistics and the planet.
Rewards & Recognition: Get rewarded for your passion, performance, and potential.

Who are we

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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Global Project Logistics Chartering Operations Specialist