HM Trading is the international trading arm of the Heidelberg Materials Group, handling overseas dry-bulk products exports and imports. For our Dubai office, we are looking for a highly-talented individual as a;
Shipping Specialist
Responsibilities:
- Support Operations and Chartering Managers in daily shipping tasks
- Execute our voyage Charter Parties and follow up on COA shipments in line with agreements
- Coordinate and follow up on the signing of Charter Parties and related documents
- Conduct and review laytime calculations and ensure proper documentation
- Track daily vessel status and update records, including ERP entries
- Follow up on payment requests, approval processes, and internal documentation
- Collect emission and environmental data as part of reporting requirements
- Review trade contracts and provide input on shipping-related clauses
- Communicate with Owners, Agents, our international offices and internal departments (Trading, Finance, Trade Operations)
- Assist in the preparation of internal and external shipping reports
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Business Administration, Shipping or a related field (GPA over 3.00/4.00 preferred)
- Excellent command of written and spoken English, including shipping terminology
- Previous experience as a freight operator in dry bulk shipping operations or a similar role is preferred
- Solid understanding of INCOTERMS, customs and maritime regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with ERP systems is a plus
- Strong communication and coordination skills; a true team player
- Self-motivated, reliable, able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
- Strong analytical thinking and a problem-solving mindset
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
- Experience with Sedna, Nextvoyage, or similar platforms is preferred.
We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process.
All applications will be kept strictly confidential.
