Interrelations
- This position reports to the Operation Manager.
- The position works closely with Port Operations, the Global Sales Marketing team, and Credit management functions.
Formal authorities
The job holder has the authority to act and make decisions within this functional description, agreed budgets and according to documented chart of authority as outlined in the company's Governance.
Main responsibilities
Coordinate port calls effectively, including proper monitoring of the vessel and attendance to any follow-up enquiriesEnsure compliance with Company Standard Operating Procedures, including correct use of the operating systems (Portable Agent whenever applicable)Ensure correct amount of pre-funding are received or the correct level of authority has approved any deviation, prior to performing the Port CallFor port calls entering Singapore, advise on selection of contractors for goods and services provided to principals, including submission of competitive quotations, as required. Monitor and record expenses that arise during vessels' port callEnsure communication with customers at all times is proactive, efficient and timelyEnsure Cash-in-Transit (Cash to Master) as per LBH procedure.Suggest process improvements based on efficiency, productivity or cost effectiveness gainsSubmission of Summary including correct data input, monitoring, and verification of invoice amount is correct.To gather information required to help resolve and close Final DA Settlement disputes.To follow up complaints / non-compliances.Accountabilities
This position will be measured against :
Volume of port calls handled.Response to customer as per agreed targets, especially related to port call follow up and sending Arrival / Departure report to customers within KPI'sWork process efficiencyQualifications
Reasonable standard with experience rather than formal educationExperience from the marine industry, preferably ships agency operationsFluent English – both in writing and speakingAbility to work independently and systematicallyAble to meet deadlines through good time management and allocation of prioritiesComputer literateAbility and aptitude to learn is a must – training can be provided to bring the candidate up to speed with the requisite knowledge to perform the jobOnly apply through this portal will be reviewed, any applications send to any corporate email will be neglected. Only Singaporean and permanent resident will be considered, no quota for work pass.