Technical Manager - Maritime

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✈️ About Smart Freight Centre Think about the package that just arrived at your doorstep, the products on store shelves, or goods transported across oceans, logistics powers the global economy and contributes significantly to global emissions. That's where Smart Freight Centre (SFC) steps in. We work with businesses, governments, and global freight leaders to accelerate the transition to zero-emission logistics by 2050 or sooner. Our network represents €15+ trillion in market capitalisation and more than 10 million employees, making SFC one of the most influential platforms shaping the future of freight and transport. We don't just advocate sustainability we standardize it, measure it, and scale it globally. And in maritime the backbone of global trade the opportunity to transform the sector has never been greater. ⚓ SFC's Maritime Platform SFC convenes carriers, cargo owners, ports, regulators, and industry leaders to accelerate scalable maritime decarbonization. Key initiatives include: Clean Cargo - Industry-leading platform for carrier emissions reporting and benchmarking Global Ro-Ro Community (GRC) - Advancing transparency in vehicle and rolling cargo supply chains Ship Recycling Transparency Initiative (SRTI) - Promoting responsible ship recycling practices Together, these initiatives create trusted infrastructure for emissions transparency, data harmonization, and collaborative decarbonization. ⏰ Employment Type: Full-time ⚓ Location: New Delhi or Mumbai, India ⌛ Starting date: ASAP ⭐ Why This Role is Unique Work at the core of global maritime decarbonization programs Engage directly with leading shippers, carriers, logistics players, ports, policymakers and ecosystem stakeholders Contribute to industry-standard emissions reporting frameworks Bridge technical execution with global sustainability impact ⭐ Help Shape the Future of Global Shipping Global trade runs on shipping over 80% of the world's goods move by sea. Maritime transport is now entering one of the most consequential transitions in its history: the shift to zero-emission shipping. The decisions made this decade will shape how global supply chains decarbonize, how ports evolve, and how maritime fuels transform. At Smart Freight Centre, we are building the industry platforms, partnerships, and data frameworks that will enable this transition at scale. This role sits at the operational engine of that transformation ensuring that global maritime programs run effectively, data is robust, and stakeholders are supported. ✏️ About the position This is a hands-on technical, project management and program delivery role focused on executing and strengthening SFC's maritime programs while conceiving newer ones. As Technical Manager - Maritime, you will: Ensure smooth execution of emissions reporting cycles Manage structured data workflows and methodologies Support technical engagement with global members Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting systems You will work closely with the Director Maritime and the Executive Director India and global SFC program teams, external stakeholders, including data platform consultants and beyond, to maintain data integrity, reporting consistency, and operational excellence . You will be a key support to help expand SFC's maritime programs and partnerships across South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa and beyond. ⚓ What You Will Drive Program Execution & Reporting Support and manage end-to-end reporting cycles (e.g., Clean Cargo, GRC) Track submissions, timelines and data completeness Coordinate with carriers and stakeholders to ensure timely reporting Prepare aggregated outputs and reporting summaries Data Management & Technical Delivery Maintain reporting templates,data sets and technical documentation Support implementation of methodology updates (e.g., TEU-km,tonne-km evolution) Assist in emissions calculations and structured data aggregation Ensure consistency and quality across datasets Member Technical Engagement Act as a technical point of contact for member queries Support working groups, technical discussions and carrier sessions Develop guidance materials,FAQs and documentation Governance & Documentation Prepare technical materials for governance meetings Draft summaries,presentations and decision-support documents Track action items and ensure follow-up on key decisions Data Sharing & Ecosystem Alignment Support alignment with data-sharing protocols and confidentiality requirements Coordinate with tool providers and stakeholders on reporting integration Help maintain trust and transparency across member data processes Continuous Improvement Identify inefficiencies in reporting workflows and suggest improvements Provide structured feedback to enhance methodologies and processes Support evolution of SFC's maritime data infrastructure Experience & Background We welcome candidates with 7-10 years of experience across maritime, logistics , infrastructure or climate strategy, including

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