About This Role
This role involves creating seamless supply chain solutions for maritime logistics, ensuring cargo moves safely, efficiently, and on schedule. It suits a strategic thinker who can anticipate challenges, optimize shipping schedules, and collaborate with various stakeholders in a fast-paced operational environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain vessel movement plans while ensuring compliance with operational timelines
- Coordinate cargo scheduling, berth allocations, and port activities to maximize efficiency
- Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve disruptions caused by weather, port congestion, customs delays, or schedule changes
- Analyze logistics data to identify trends, improve turnaround times, and reduce operational costs
- Liaise with shipping agents, freight forwarders, customs representatives, and terminal operators to ensure smooth cargo movement
- Prepare operational reports, shipping documentation, and performance metrics for management review
- Support procurement and inventory planning by aligning shipment schedules with business requirements
- Ensure all maritime operations comply with international shipping regulations, safety standards, and company policies
- Participate in contingency planning for unexpected operational disruptions and recommend practical solutions
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Studies, Business Administration, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in maritime logistics, shipping operations, port operations, or supply chain planning
- Strong understanding of international shipping procedures, cargo documentation, vessel scheduling, and port operations
- Experience using ERP systems, logistics planning software, or transportation management systems
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to interpret operational data for decision-making
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across multicultural teams
- Professional proficiency in English; additional languages are considered an advantage
Nice to have:
- Experience working with container, bulk, or project cargo operations
- Knowledge of customs clearance processes and international trade regulations
- Professional certifications in logistics or supply chain management are highly valued
- Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency through process optimization and performance analysis
About the Company
At Elba Affitti, maritime logistics focuses on coordinating vessel schedules and creating seamless supply chain solutions.