Vessel Cargo Planner

Seaboard Marine•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for developing the skills and knowledge necessary to perform core cargo planning functions with increasing independence, including vessel stowage planning and coordination with Equipment Operators and Stevedores responsible for physically loading the vessel. The role is primarily focused on executing established cargo plans, supporting day-to-day operations, and ensuring accuracy and efficiency in cargo movement. All duties are carried out in accordance with established work instructions, office practices, procedures, and operational guidelines, under the direction of senior planning staff. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Five (5) years of experience working in the maritime industry.
One (1) year of experience in logistics in the transportation industry.
Experience handling dangerous and/or hazardous cargo.
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, at an advanced level.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills in programs such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook (AS-400 a plus).
Skill in composition and preparation of correspondence, reports, minutes and other written materials with accuracy and reasonable speed.
Ability to meet and deal effectively with stevedores, executive and co-workers. Well-developed interpersonal skills.
Ability to think logically and follow procedures and instructions.
Ability to work with limited supervision, strong initiative.
Strong time management and organizational skills with ability to prioritize.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with fellow employees and other individuals she/he may have to contact in order to perform her/his job.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work with limited supervision. Strong self-initiative.
Must be able to work flexible work schedule as needed.
Must be able to obtain internal Hazardous Materials in the Transportation Industry certification within 90 days of hire.
Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the terminal operations within the maritime industry.

Responsibilities

Supports cargo planning operations by executing assigned planning activities, assisting in coordination efforts, and contributing to the development of plans while following established guidelines and direction from senior staff, ensuring accurate and timely operational execution.
Learn how to and then independently prepare vessel stowage plans.
Acquires basic terminology and minimum requirements to calculate vessel’s stability for container vessels.
Segregates Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) on board a vessel.
Learns how to and then independently coordinates with Team Headers and Equipment Operators to ensure cargo is available to load onto the vessels at the appropriate time in order to avoid unnecessary charges.
Gains knowledge and then independently assists equipment operators in resolving discrepancies between the stow-plan and cargo actually loaded onto the vessel.
Coordinates with Commercial Divisions and Dispatch Department to ensure all cargo is dispatched in timely manner and will meet the vessels’ sailing deadline.
Contacts TIR Clerks or Equipment Operators to obtain relevant information regarding any problem that may arise with locating scheduled cargo or with replacement of scheduled cargo safely on the vessel.
Performs additional duties as assigned.