Vacancy

Operations manager

Are you ready to support us with its expanding fleet? EMS Chartering in Leer is looking for an operations manager to join our team starting June 2025. You will oversee the smooth running of our ships and contribute to our growth.

Your mission

  • You manage all post-fixture processes, ensuring that documentation and coordination are handled efficiently after charter agreements.
  • You maintain constant communication with our vessels, port agents and bunker fuel traders to keep everyone informed and operations on track.
  • You proactively organize port calls, including scheduling, coordinating with local agents, and preparing for arrivals and departures.
  • You negotiate and order bunker fuel at competitive rates for the fleet, managing fuel logistics and delivery.
  • You review port stay durations and calculate any demurrage charges to ensure accurate cost control.
  • You issue freight invoices promptly and handle related shipping documentation and billing tasks.

Your profile

  • You have completed training as a ship broker (Schifffahrtskaufmann/-frau) with practical experience in shipping operations, or you bring similarly proven experience in operations management.
  • You work independently and proactively, taking ownership of your tasks and communicating effectively across teams.
  • You have excellent English skills (written and spoken) to confidently communicate in our international environment.

Your benefits

  • A dynamic, young team and fast decision making – your ideas and initiatives will have an immediate impact.
  • Flexible working hours (flexitime) and the possibility to work partially remotely for a healthy work-life balance.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities – we support your growth with training and learning options.
  • A positive team culture, including a casual office bar for after-work socializing and team events.
  • A Hansefit membership - so you can have fun at the gym too.

Additional details

Start: The position is available from June 2025.
Location: EMS Chartering headquarters, Leer, Germany.

Interested? Send your application to info@ems-chartering.com

We look forward to welcoming you on board!

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