India - Data Executive (Contract role)

Who are Inchcape?

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.

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract (6 Months)

Location: India

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 Deliverable :

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 and Experience Requirements :

Skills

Essential

Excellent Communication skills

Typing speed and accuracy

Good writing and rephrasing skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools

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

Desirable

Expericence in shipping industry with the backend process

Basic knowledge of shipping terms

Expericence in ERP Tools

Education and Professional Qualifications :

Essential:

Any degree or equivalent business qualification.

Extensive knowledge of MS office products.

Desirable:

A degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, or similar field.

Certification in Microsoft 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 - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.

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

In return, we will offer you:
 
A diverse range of benefits, depending on your geographical location. Globally, as a minimum, you will receive:
 
•    A retirement savings plan
•    Life assurance
•    Holiday
•    Competitive salary
•    Employee Assistance Programme
•    Career development and progression opportunities
•    Values Award celebration events

Plus, much more!

If you think that you have the right skills, knowledge and attitude to join our team, then we invite you to apply by simply clicking at the top of this advert!

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Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location.

Inchcape is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and equality, diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We recognise that our customers, colleagues, contractors and other partners are central to our success and that we work in a diverse society. We acknowledge not only our legal, but also our moral responsibility to ensure all groups have equality of opportunity.

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