Data Executive- Contract

About Inchcape Shipping Services
At Inchcape, our vision is to have a connected world, in which our customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere. We use technology and our global network to help our partners connect to a smoother, smarter ocean.

Inchcape combines its worldwide infrastructure with local expertise through our global network of over 250 proprietary offices, across 70 countries and a team of more than 3,000 committed professionals. Our diverse global customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container, and bulk commodity sectors as well as naval, government and intergovernmental organizations.

We have an ambitious growth model and a career here is certainly going to be a rewarding one that will allow you to bring your skills & experience. We embrace change and are open to new thinking and pushing for positive change in our industry.

Main Purpose of Job

This role will work closely work with the Data Analyst in the World of Ports team. Providing data collection, cleansing, verifying and updating in business intelligence system for global port, terminal and berths . This role will provide support for a global team and will need to able to ensure projects are completed while working with a dynamic and collaborative team. Each member of our team must understand the importance of accurate information and focus on gathering and distribution of appropriate and relevant data.

Key Accountabilities

• Entering Global Port, Terminal & Berth information from source documents within allotted time limits.
• Compiling, verifying accuracy and sorting information collected from the network
• Understanding, interpreting, and capturing data from global network
• Compile data for queries for information and access relevant files
• Creating reports & maintain tracking sheet based on their allotted tasks

Key Deliverables

Port Terminal and berth Information / Port Cost / Performance

• Collect port data (General information, parameters, restrictions, local regulations, cargo work, navigation etc.) from various sources including but not limited to Local agents, published documents, Port websites and any other available open sources
• Analyze the information, Vet the data and add / update the business intelligence system.
• Act as the key point of contact and person responsible for assigned clients for providing the information requested.

Port call and Commodity Movements

• Update the vessel port call (vessel calls in ports) in the system populated by AIS by using mails, websites and other open sources of data, with special consideration to the cargo, quantity and stake holder information's
• update the commodity flow module by analyzing and updating the information from various sources like the UNCTAD and different customs websites (open sources)
• Prepare periodic reports for clients and internal stake holders
• Co-ordinate with clients for their market information and use available resources internally and externally for obtain the same

Shipping News

• Collect and update shipping market news, trends, key events etc. from both internal and external sources
• Provide the stake holders with reports and vital trends to help the commercial team and external customers with making business decisions

Skills
Essential

• Excellent Communication skills
• Typing speed and accuracy
• Good writing and rephrasing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) or similar software.
• Ability to compare and check data for accuracy and consistency across different sources
• Organization skills, with an ability to stay focused on assigned tasks

Desirable

• Strong in Advanced formulas in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in working directly with Microsoft Excel on VBA Macros

Experience
Essential

• Proven data entry work experience
• Strong in Data Collection & Data Management
• Perform routine quality checks to ensure data integrity
• Verify the accuracy of information and resolve any discrepancies
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to conduct thorough document reviews

Desirable

• Expericence in shipping industry with the backend process
• Basic knowledge of shipping terms
• Expericence in ERP Tools

Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high-performing workforce that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards, we depend on our people, their welfare, training, and expertise. We realize the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills, and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these:

Global Perspective
- We connect the world and see the bigger picture.

The Power of People
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we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.

Progress

- we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry.

Inchcape is an Equal Opportunities Employer - equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. Working in a diverse society, we recognise that our customers, colleagues, and contractors are central to our success.

Additional Information:

Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation, depending upon your geographical location.
To protect the interests of all parties, Inchcape will not accept unsolicited or speculative resumes from recruitment agencies and will not be responsible for any fees associated with them.