PCemex is a global building materials company with a strong presence across EMEA, the Americas, Asia, and the Caribbean, driven by innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable performance. As one of the leading players in cement, ready-mix, and aggregates, and a key actor in the international building materials market, Cemex continues to strengthen its strategic execution to enhance competitiveness and create long-term value. This global success is made possible by the commitment and talent of more than 46,000 employees worldwide. /ppbr/ppAs bManager Shipping EMEA (Spain) /b, you are responsible for the end-to-end management of maritime transport activities within the region, including freight contracting, voyage execution, laytime management, and regional freight market intelligence. The role supports third-party (3P) commercial activities and regional supply chain operations by ensuring reliable and cost-effective maritime transport aligned with business requirements. The position reports to the Global Head of Shipping and has direct impact on regional freight cost, service reliability, and operational performance. /ppbr/ppbMain Responsibilities /b /pulliLead and develop a regional team (2–3 direct reports). /liliLead regional freight contracting (spot and period charters). /liliManage voyage execution, operational performance, and cost control. /liliOversee laytime calculations, demurrage claims, and dispute resolution. /liliProvide regional freight market intelligence to support commercial and operational decisions. /liliSupport 3P commercial activities through transport structuring and execution. /liliWork closely with regional Supply Chain and key stakeholders, including Traders, Supply Chain VCs, and Procurement VCs. /liliParticipate in the Global Shipping budgeting process; prepare and manage the regional freight budget. /liliEnsure compliance with global shipping policies and governance standards. /liliDrive cost optimization and operational discipline within the region. /liliLead and develop a regional team (2–3 direct reports). /liliTravel to operations, key ports, and industry forums as required. /liliApprove regional freight fixtures within delegated authority limits. /liliNegotiate charter party terms in line with established commercial parameters. /liliEscalate strategic contracting decisions to the Global Head of Shipping as required. /li /ul pbAcademic Background /b /pulliBachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Maritime Studies, Engineering, Economics or related field required. /liliMaster’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related discipline preferred. /li /ulpbr/ppbLanguages /b /pulliSpanish and English advanced professional proficiency required. /liliAdditional languages considered an advantage. /li /ulpbr/ppbExperience /b /pp5 years of experience in: /pulliDrybulk maritime transportation, freight contracting, voyage management, laytime and demurrage handling. /liliAmple knowledge of the drybulk market, its fundamentals and players. /liliDirect international negotiation experience with shipowners and brokers. /liliExperience managing freight budgets and operating in volatile freight environments required. /li /ulpbr/ppbSkills Competencies /b /pulliStrong knowledge of charter party terms and maritime contracts. /liliUnderstanding of freight market dynamics and rate structures. /liliProficiency in budgeting and cost control. /liliAdvanced Excel and ability to analyze operational and financial data. /liliExperience with shipping systems or ERP platforms preferred. /liliStrong negotiation capability. /liliClear and structured communication. /liliAbility to operate under pressure and make sound decisions. /liliEffective stakeholder management. /liliLeadership capability and team. /li /ulpbr/ppbCemex Diversity and Inclusion Commitment /b /ppCemex is committed to providing an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to gender, race, color, age, religion, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or parenthood, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or national origin. /p