PRASAD JOSHI
NAVI MUMBAI
Summary
Dynamic Vessel Operator with proven expertise at Cargill Ocean Transportation, excelling in voyage planning and vessel performance monitoring. Adept at decision-making and negotiation, I drive operational efficiency and ensure compliance with maritime regulations. Recognized for leadership and attention to detail, I deliver insights that enhance fixture decisions and optimize costs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Vessel Operator
Cargill Ocean Transportation
Pune
06.2024 - Current
- Coordinate vessel operations including voyage planning, port agent nomination, and stowage review.
- Monitor vessel performance metrics such as speed, fuel consumption, and route optimization.
- Liaise with charterers, brokers, masters, and agents to ensure smooth execution of voyages.
- Oversee hire payments and ensure timely settlements with vessel owners.
- Utilize internal systems for itinerary updates, bunker arrangements, and PDA management.
- Ensure compliance with charter party terms and maritime regulations.
- Provide operational insights to chartering teams for fixture decisions.
Assistant Manager
K-LINE INDIA PVT. LTD.
Mumbai
07.2018 - 06.2024
- Reviewed charter party contracts, and coordinated with the chartering department post-fixture.
- Issued voyage instructions, and managed port agent appointments.
- Monitored vessel performance and arranged ocean routing services.
- Handled freight collection, laytime calculations, and hire payments.
- Maintained operational data in internal systems, and generated voyage profitability reports.
- Trained junior operators and supported operational PICs.
- Managed legal claims and negotiated disputed fixtures.
- Oversaw documentation and port disbursement settlements.
Intern
Mumbai Port Trust
Mumbai
06.2017 - 08.2017
Executive
Marcura India Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Audited disbursement accounts against port tariffs and client contracts.
- Raised queries for non-compliant expenses, and ensured SLA adherence.
- Coordinated with agents and operators for cost approvals and clarifications.
Customer Service Executive
SAMSARA GROUP
Mumbai
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Provided customer support and documentation services in maritime logistics.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Indian Maritime University/ School of Maritime Management
Chennai, India01.2018
Diploma -
Narottam Morarjee Institute of shipping
Mumbai, India01.2015
Bachelor of Management Studies -
Mumbai University/Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala college
Mumbai, India01.2011
Skills
- Leadership and teamwork
- Effective communication
- Decision-making and negotiation
- Time management and organization
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Vessel performance monitoring
- Efficient multitasking
- Inspections and reviews
- Customer service excellence
- Deadline adherence
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling
- Dancing
- Bike riding
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Marathi
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/14/90
- Nationality: Indian
Timeline
Vessel Operator
Cargill Ocean Transportation
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
K-LINE INDIA PVT. LTD.
07.2018 - 06.2024
Intern
Mumbai Port Trust
06.2017 - 08.2017
Executive
Marcura India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 05.2016
Customer Service Executive
SAMSARA GROUP
06.2013 - 05.2015
Master of Business Administration -
Indian Maritime University/ School of Maritime Management
Diploma -
Narottam Morarjee Institute of shipping
Bachelor of Management Studies -
Mumbai University/Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala college