Trade Manager

Mediterranean Shipping Company (M) Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipping company is seeking a Trade Manager in Shah Alam, responsible for managing trade activities, liaising with customers, and ensuring optimal space utilization. The ideal candidate will have significant sales experience in shipping and hold a relevant degree. This role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to lead a team effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of sales-related experience in the shipping industry.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Ability to lead, manage and coach a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage capacity and space allocation based on principal office guidelines.
• Communicate with customers and internal teams to ensure trade targets are met.
• Monitor trade performance and provide regular updates to management.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Customer-focused

Results-oriented

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma, Bachelor's Degree or higher in Logistics/Transportation or related field

Job description

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• Responsible for capacity and space management based on allocations given by the principal office.
• Main focal point between the principal office and internal and external customers.
• Managing all trade activities, including liaising with POD agents on prospects, space utilization, and availability.
• Monitoring trade performance closely and taking proactive actions if necessary.
• Providing regular trade reports and updates to the principal office and management on trade performance, market conditions, and business opportunities, as well as conducting internal trade training as needed.
• Assisting in resolving trade and service issues by coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
• Communicating with the inter-departmental team on principal trade directions, strategies, and goals to ensure trade targets are met.
• Monitoring cargo selection and yield management.
• Mentoring and guiding the trade coordinator.
• Reviewing outstanding dues by assigned clients frequently with the finance team.
• Performing any ad hoc tasks assigned by the Commercial Director, HQ, or Management.

Reports to: Commercial Director

Job Requirements:

• Possess at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Master's Degree in Logistic/Transportation, Business Studies/Administration/Management, Maritime Studies, Marketing, Commerce, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of sales-related experience in the shipping industry.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Team player, self-motivated, results-oriented, and customer-focused.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Versatile and adaptable to new environments, including learning new processes and systems.
• Ability to lead, manage, and coach a team.
• Position based in Glenmarie, Shah Alam.

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• How would you rate your English language skills?
• How many years' experience do you have in supply chain management (SCM)?
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