Fleet Manager (1847)

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

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.
 

KEY DUTIES and  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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and  Skills

• 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.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Preferred

• Master's Degree in Marine Transportation or Business Administration (MBA).

Experience and  Knowledge​​​​​​​

• 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.

Preferred

• Familiarity with legal aspects related to chartering and shipping contracts.

Abilities and  Specific Requirements

• 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.

Preferred

• Multilingual proficiency.

NO THIRD-PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED