Marine Logistics Specialist

Responsibilities

• Execute spot bookings accurately and within defined timelines to secure space and minimize operational disruption
• Create and manage pre-bookings to align capacity planning with trading and operational needs
• Monitor carrier notifications, including cut-off changes, vessel delays, and receiving-window adjustments
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Inside Sales, Transportation, and Freight Forwarders to resolve exceptions like rollovers and missed sailings
• Maintain visibility of space constraints and communicate booking limitations to internal stakeholders
• Serve as the central point of coordination between carriers and internal teams to ensure booking transparency
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve booking accuracy and response times

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Commerce, or a related field
• Minimum 6 years of experience in vessel booking, ocean freight operations, or shipping line coordination
• Experience in a high-volume, deadline-driven vessel booking environment
• Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), carrier booking portals, and reporting tools
• Ability to work rotational shifts within the 7:00 AM IST – 3:30 AM IST window

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of export shipping processes and terminology
• Hands-on experience supporting spot booking amendments and urgent changes
• Experience working directly with steamship line carriers and freight forwarders
• Strong stakeholder communication and experience managing time-sensitive exceptions

About the Company

Koch is a global organization where employees are empowered to act as entrepreneurs, challenging the status quo to create value. Our Marine & Logistics team supports a global recycled-fiber trading network, ensuring the timely movement of freight through booking accuracy and fast exception resolution.