Experienced Vessel Dry Cargo Charterer

ForestWave Chartering B.V. – Groningen
ForestWave Chartering B.V. is looking for an Experienced Vessel Dry Cargo Charterer to join our chartering team in Groningen or Breda. Reporting to the Director Chartering, you will play a key role in ensuring the commercial success of our fleet and supporting our clients worldwide.

ForestWave is a trusted provider of maritime and offshore logistics solutions, operating a modern and versatile fleet. We pride ourselves on integrity, transparency and long-term partnerships — because at ForestWave, your trust moves us.

About ForestWave Chartering
ForestWave Chartering B.V. manages the commercial employment of our vessels, providing flexible and reliable chartering solutions. Our fleet operates across the North Sea, Baltic Sea, Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Basin, carrying dry bulk, breakbulk, general cargo and specialised project shipments. We work internationally and are committed to sustainable, efficient, and customer-focused shipping.

Your Role

• As a Charterer, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of vessels. Your main tasks include:

• Handling bids, negotiations, fixtures, and related documentation;

• Overseeing commercial, operational and financial performance in line with KPI’s;

• Maintaining and improving profitability through sound commercial decisions;

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with cargo owners, producers and partners;

• Staying up to date with market developments, technology and industry trends.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate has:

• A maritime or shipping education (seagoing experience is a plus);

• Experience as a vessel charterer, with practical knowledge of the shipping market;

• Understanding of international shipping and contract law;

• Strong commercial, negotiation and analytical skills;

• A proactive, solution-oriented approach and a 24/7 shipping mentality;

• Excellent English (spoken and written). German and/or French is a plus;

• Team-player attitude, accuracy, initiative and resilience under pressure.

What We Offer

• A challenging and responsible position in a growing, international shipping company;

• An open, collaborative environment where people come first;

• Opportunities to develop and grow professionally;

• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and future potential;

• A team of experienced, committed colleagues.

No agency acquisition please.