Global Chartering Lead - Freight Strategy & COA Specialist

SD Guthrie International; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Benefits Coverage

Hybrid Workplace

Learning on Demand

Employee Wellness Programme

Fully Subsidised Sports Clubs

Education Assistance

Job summary

SD Guthrie International (SDGI) is seeking a Chartering professional to join its maritime team in Malaysia. The role focuses on negotiating spot fixtures, COAs, and chartering arrangements while optimizing freight economics and minimizing risk.

You will monitor market trends, coordinate with ship owners and brokers, and support pre- and post-fixture operations including demurrage and claims handling. A maritime degree and strong negotiation skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime studies or related discipline.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Professional qualification in Maritime business or chartering.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and secure spot fixtures and long-term shipping arrangements across destination markets.
• Negotiate COAs and Time Charter agreements to optimize freight economics and returns.
• Evaluate and administer Charter Party agreements with favorable terms and risk control.
• Monitor freight market developments and vessel availability to support procurement.
• Provide vessel ETA details, itineraries and stowage planning information to the operations team.
• Maintain relationships with ship owners and brokers for daily fixture matters.
• Handle demurrage claims, freight claims, and related disputes with management.
• Review marine claims with in-house and external legal support; ensure payment terms compliance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Maritime operations

Contract knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies / Shipping / Maritime Business / Logistics

Master’s degree / MBA in Maritime Business / Shipping / Logistics

Professional qualification in Maritime Business / Chartering

Job description

SD Guthrie International (SDGI) is seeking a Chartering professional to join its maritime team in Malaysia. The role focuses on negotiating spot fixtures, COAs, and chartering arrangements while optimizing freight economics and minimizing risk.

You will monitor market trends, coordinate with ship owners and brokers, and support pre- and post-fixture operations including demurrage and claims handling. A maritime degree and strong negotiation skills are required.