Commercial Marine Operator

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SUMMARY:

The Commercial Operations Team manages all domestic and international operative and logistics matters for waterborne cargoes on Marathon time-chartered vessels. Coordination includes closely managing voyages with vessel Captains, Brokers, Chartering, Trading, Scheduling, Agents, Tug providers, Bunker Vendors and Terminals. This position reports to the Commercial Marine Operations Manager and is part of a highly integrated Marine team working across all commodity types.

This position is part of a job family with multiple grade levels. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications. RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Executes marine voyages for Marathon or its customers with a focus on safe and efficient operations.

- Develops, monitors and assist in execution of vessel schedules and cargo plans for all chartered vessels.

- Reviews and develops cleaning plans ensuing tanks are properly prepared as per company/industry standards.

- Ensures compliance with the charter party contract by the time-chartered vessel and owner's speed, fuel consumption, load/discharge operations.

- Develops and approves complex freight, lightering, time charter hire invoices and post fixture claims for chartered vessels per the charter party contract.

- Maintains close working relationships with International and US flag owners and ship brokers for time chartered and spot-chartered vessels.

- Reconciles and negotiates complex off hire/underperformance claims for company-chartered vessels.

- Completes accurate review and payment of freight invoices, time charter hires, and port expense invoices in alignment with contractual obligations, resolving conflicts as required.

- Coordinates cross commodity conflicts resolving schedule, cargo, or voyage incidents.

- Plans voyage bunker requirements and negotiates bunker purchases on time-chartered vessels.

- Develops, coordinates, optimizes and executes vessel fleets.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

- High School diploma or GED required with four (4) years of relevant experience, OR

- Bachelor’s degree required, maritime academy preferred, and two (2) years relevant experience

- Two (2) years of relevant experience required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

- Fundamental knowledge of tank vessel operations.

- Ability to multi-task effectively and meet critical deadlines.

- Ability to prioritize and establish sense of urgency.

- Ability to see big picture, understand how different aspects of an origination, operation and industry contribute to the final result(s).

- Ability to make risk-based and well-reasoned decisions with uncertain information and in the face of material financial risk and operational stress.

- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently and within a team environment with minimal supervision.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as sound approach for stakeholder management.

- LPG vessel operations experience is a plus

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Location:

San Antonio, Texas

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00018210

Location Address:

19100 Ridgewood Pkwy

Education:

Not Applicable

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.