Logistics Manager - Vessels & Cargo Mohan Mutha Exports

7.0 - 12.0 years

7 - 10 Lacs

chennai

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Job Overview Managing the end-to-end cargo management operations on marine vessels is a vital responsibility of the logistics manager. This role ensures seamless coordination between shippers, stevedores, vessel personnel, agents, and port authorities to optimise cargo flow, ensure vessel safety and efficiency, and minimise turnaround times. The coordinator is also responsible for preparing voyage reports to evaluate operational performance, monitoring laytime and demurrage, and maintaining accurate documentation. Key Responsibilities: Cargo Coordination: Coordinate with shippers and stevedores for cargo readiness and the preparation of loading/unloading plans. Collaborate with the Exports department to obtain the cargo list and prepare the pre-loading plan. Ensure timely communication and scheduling of cargo movements. Liaise with shipping lines for container bookings and finalise shipments on a pan- India basis. Facilitate overseas coordination for bookings and shipments from a third country, as well as cross-country shipments. Coordinate with Customs House Agents (CHAs) for both exports and imports of air and sea cargo and execute the consignment/shipment accordingly. Stowage Planning - Collaborate with the vessel operations team and the on-board crew to develop optimal stowage plans that ensure the safety of the cargo and the stability of the vessel. Cargo Operations Monitoring - Oversee the loading and unloading operations at the port to ensure adherence to safety standards and maintain operational efficiency. Lay time & Demurrage - Calculate laytime and analyse potential demurrage exposures in accordance with charter party terms and the timelines of port activities. Port Coordination - Liaise with vessel agents to ensure the smooth berthing and unberthing of vessels, while also guaranteeing timely port clearances. Cargo Lashing/Unlashing - Coordinate with stevedores and the vessel crew to ensure the proper lashing and securing, as well as the unsecuring, of cargo during handling. Daily Operations Interface - Maintain daily coordination with the vessel operations team to ensure the smooth execution of logistics. Documentation - Collaborate with agents to guarantee the prompt and precise preparation and submission of import/export documentation for all cargoes. Voyage Planning - Develop and manage cargo voyage plans, enhance vessel turnaround, and optimise route efficiency. Port Rotation Scheduling - Plan and update the vessel's port rotation schedule in collaboration with the commercial and operations teams. Report - Maintain thorough records and reports for each vessel's voyage, detailing timelines, cargo managed, port activities, and metrics for operational performance.

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