Vessel Manager

Biehl & Co. Florida.•Tampa, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vessel Manager is responsible for coordination of vessel operations and associated financials to ensure efficient operations and reimbursements. This includes communication with customers and related parties, expense management, and oversight of required documentation.

Requirements

Organizational skills
Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Problem solving
Planning
Simple math, accounting and basic statistics skills required
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays and to be on call 24/7 in case of emergency
Familiar with various types of vessels
Familiar with local port areas
At least some college, ideally in Marine Administration or Business or another related field AND At least 2 years of prior experience as a Full Agent and knowledge of port and terminal regulations required OR Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, train and supervise agents, including performance and development; make recommendations regarding hiring, firing, and pay
Manage and monitor functions relative to cargo operations and vessel activity, including updates, documents, funds requests, and inquiries
Secure funds and extend lines of credit as needed
Calculate proforma disbursements and prepare final disbursement accounts and billing instructions for accounting staff
Communicate port information to customers and principals, and oversee customer updates
Act as agent for companies, ship owners and ship operators to ensure that safety regulations and other policies and procedures are followed
Anticipate and resolve issues to reduce vessel movement delays
Ensure all documentation is completed and continually verify Quality System, including writing System Improvement Forms (SIFs) as needed
Learn duties of and assist Port Manager, as needed
Attend maritime meetings, visit terminals, and perform sales calls locally
Other duties as assigned