Fleet Manager (1847)

Aramco Americas Company•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Freight Operator/Fleet Optimizer is responsible for the day-to-day commercial and operational oversight of Aramco’s fleet of time-chartered and/or spot-chartered tanker vessels. This role serves as a key interface between shipowners, vessel masters, charterers, traders, agents, brokers, and internal teams (e.g., chartering, technical, vetting, and trading departments) to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective voyage execution. The position demands strong commercial awareness, quick decision-making, and often 24/7 availability for critical logistical chains in the trading and shipping sector.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Marine Transportation, Business Administration, Engineering, or Economics.
Sailing experience on liquid bulk tankers with a rank as Captain/Master Mariner
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Strong networking skills to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure with limited information.
4-6 of experience in vessel operations.
Up-to-date knowledge of world demand, supply, and market dynamics.
Experience in risk management and mitigation strategies.
Ability to analyze market trends and make informed decisions.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools for chartering and logistics management.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities effectively.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Marine Transportation or Business Administration (MBA).
Familiarity with legal aspects related to chartering and shipping contracts.
Multilingual proficiency.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies for the commercial optimization of the time charter fleet.
Analyze market trends and economic indicators to forecast demand and inform fleet planning decisions. And to determine optimal deployment locations and routes.
Negotiate and manage bunker requirements supporting the Aramco fleet of vessels.
Strategically allocate vessels within ATC's fleet to maximize the TCE and minimize exposure points.
Collaborate with internal teams such as Operations, Claims, Finance, and Legal to support fleet operations and resolve issues.
Monitor vessel performance and operational efficiency to ensure adherence to performance standards and Charter Party terms.
Collaborate with Freight Traders to align fleet deployment with trading strategies and market demands.
Optimize vessel routing and scheduling to maximize profitability and minimize costs.
Manage relationships with external stakeholders including but not limited to brokers, ship-owners, and charterers.
Ensure compliance with international regulations and industry standards related to fleet operations.
Implement risk management strategies to mitigate operational and financial risks.
Coordinate emergency response procedures and contingency plans for fleet disruptions.
Provide regular reports and updates on fleet performance and key performance indicators.
Perform additional miscellaneous responsibilities as dictated by the business and assigned by the direct manager.