Laytime Specialist at International Materials, LLC

Bogota, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laytime Calculations, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Claim Management, Contract Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Maritime Logistics, Process Improvement, Communication, KPI Tracking, Excel Proficiency, Charter Party Analysis, Demurrage Management, Port Performance Evaluation, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Description The Laytime Specialist will be responsible for developing and managing accurate laytime calculations with a strong focus on risk management and financial outcomes. This role ensures that contractual conditions are carefully analyzed against operational performance, providing visibility on potential exposures and the P&L impact of each deal. In addition, the Laytime Specialist will evaluate port performance, track KPIs, and drive continuous process improvement in collaboration with operations, chartering, and trade execution teams. Key Responsibilities Calculation & Analysis Perform precise laytime calculations based on Charter Party terms and commercial agreements with suppliers, customers, and terminals. Compare contractual laytime provisions against operational realities to identify risks and exposures. Analyze vessel performance data, port operations, and loading/discharge logs to validate claim periods. Track outcomes to determine deal-specific P&L impact, highlighting demurrage costs or dispatch earnings. Monitor port performance and develop insights on productivity trends. Claim Management Submit, review, and counter demurrage/dispatch claims in line with contract terms. Validate and reconcile charges against contractual terms and actual performance. Ensure timely collection of receivables and settlement of payables. Documentation & Reporting Create invoices, debit/credit notes, and other accounting records related to laytime outcomes. Consolidate statements of account by counterparty and follow up on settlements. Maintain accurate records of claims, time sheets, and settlement history. Regularly update Atreus with calculation status and progress. Review accruals before quarterly closing to ensure financial accuracy. Generate regular reports with KPIs on laytime performance, port efficiency, and financial exposure. Identify cost-saving strategies and process improvements. Negotiation & Communication Negotiate with clients, shipowners, charterers, and other counterparties to resolve disputes. Liaise with internal stakeholders (traders, operations, finance) and external parties (port agents, brokers, terminals). Provide expert advice on laytime and demurrage risks during deal structuring. Contract & Process Improvement Review charter parties and commercial agreements to assess laytime and demurrage clauses. Provide insights to mitigate contractual risks and strengthen commercial negotiations. Support process optimization and automation to improve accuracy and efficiency. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Business, or related discipline. Experience: 5–10 years of experience in laytime/demurrage analysis, claims handling, or shipping operations within commodities, energy, or logistics. Knowledge: Strong understanding of charter parties, commercial agreements, laytime, demurrage, and maritime logistics. Analytical Skills: Ability to assess risk, interpret contracts, and analyze complex data to determine financial impact. Technical Skills: Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with industry systems (IMOS, NetSuite, or similar) preferred. Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities. Languages: Fluency in English and Spanish required.

Responsibilities

The Laytime Specialist is responsible for developing and managing laytime calculations while focusing on risk management and financial outcomes. This role involves analyzing contractual conditions against operational performance and evaluating port performance to drive continuous process improvement.