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Demurrage and Laytime Specialist - Dry Bulk (Temp - 6 months)

Geneva Interim Home Office View Job Description
You will work closely with operations, chartering, legal and trading teams, and will be responsible for optimizing costs and managing contractual risk related to shipping delays.

Added 11/07/2025

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About Our Client

We are currently looking for an experienced Demurrage & Laytime Specialist to join a leading trading company in Geneva for a 6-month temporary assignment. The ideal candidate will bring solid expertise in dry bulk commodities and have hands-on experience in laytime calculation and demurrage claims management.

Job Description



  • Calculate and review laytime for dry bulk shipments in line with charter party terms


  • Handle demurrage and despatch claims, ensuring timely and accurate settlement


  • Analyze Statement of Facts , Notice of Readiness, port logs and cargo documents


  • Liaise with shipowners, charterers, surveyors and port agents to resolve discrepancies


  • Manage and track claims files and disputes until resolution


  • Work closely with the trading desks and legal team to mitigate commercial risks


  • Monitor contractual deadlines and ensure compliance with industry best practices


  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes

The Successful Applicant



  • Minimum 5 /7 years of experience in a similar role within commodities trading, shipping, or chartering


  • Strong understanding of dry bulk operations and demurrage processes


  • Proven ability to read and interpret charter parties, shipping contracts and laytime clauses


  • Hands-on experience with laytime calculation tools and Excel


  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English


  • Rigorous, analytical, and solutions-oriented


  • Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines


  • Knowledge of sugar or agri-bulk commodities is a strong plus


  • Familiarity with shipping practices



What's on Offer



  • Type: Temporary Assignment


  • Start date: ASAP (ideally within the next 1-2 weeks)


  • Rate: Competitive, based on experience
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6787591

Job summary

Job Function
Logistics, Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Supply Chain Administrator
Industry
Transport & Distribution
Location
Geneva
Contract Type
Interim
Job Reference
JN-072025-6787591
Job Nature
Home Office

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