Specialist Regional Berth Planning - Asia Region

About the role

This role coordinates and oversees operational activities that involve close contact with the terminal, mainly around berth planning, to ensure smooth operations and effective communication with stakeholders. It also supports the Senior Manager Terminal Performance in securing berthing windows and monitoring operations against prospects.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with the terminal operator and local marine operations to optimise berth lineups for incoming vessels and monitor ETA and ETC progress
• Work with Local Marine Operation and/or Network Execution to minimise waiting time outside for incoming vessels
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and support vendor contract negotiations and performance management
• Support new business processes and use Portchain Connect to align berth windows with connected terminals; act as Portchain super-user and help onboard new terminals
• Maintain terminal information in Ankeri and perform data maintenance in Portchain and other port community systems
• Supervise and support Cost Control staff in checking stevedoring, terminal and port service invoices
• Handle dangerous goods containers (Class 1 and 7), damaged and leaking containers, and ship damage, and arrange local port formalities
• Represent the company in the port community and facilitate commercial and company visits to terminals and Hapag vessels

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in marine studies, logistics, supply chain management or a related field, or experience as a Nautical Officer
• Proven experience in port and terminal management, including berth planning, port operations and hub management
• Fluency in Mandarin is required

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of port operations, vessel scheduling and terminal activities
• Familiarity with port and terminal management software and tools
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards
• Analytical, strategic and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment