Assistant Manager, Trade (Ship Owner)

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime trade company in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager, Trade to optimize pricing strategies and oversee daily pricing operations. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have 2-3 years of experience in the maritime industry. Responsibilities include examining market trends, collaborating with international agents, and maintaining pricing systems. Candidates should have strong data skills and a problem-solving mindset, particularly in handling disruptions in shipping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline.
• 2-3 years of experience in the maritime sector, preferably in commercial or trade.
• Strong data skills and programming knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Decide on price plans to optimise earnings and profits.
• Examine market trends to find best pricing.
• Collaborate with agents to oversee pricing efforts.

Skills

Team player

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline

Tools

Data visualisation tools

Database management systems

Job description

About the job Assistant Manager, Trade (Ship Owner)

Job Description:

• Decide on price plans that will optimise lifts, earnings, and profits.
• Recognise the impact of different prices and the pricing process holistically across different stakeholders.
• Examine market trends and the competitive environment to find the best pricing to meet company objectives.
• Collaborate with international agents to oversee daily pricing efforts and address any operational problems from a business standpoint.
• For best outcomes, keep an eye on service performance and examine the vessel profile to adjust the cargo mix.
• Encourage feasibility studies for services and take an active part in company development programmes.
• Preserve pricing information and guarantee pricing systems\' accuracy.
• Assemble market data regarding price best practices, laws, and industry trends.
• Carry out additional as-needed tasks and projects that management assigns you.

Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s degree in an appropriate discipline
• Two to three years of experience in the maritime sector, preferably working in the commercial, trade, or capacity/cargo flow departments.
• A capable team player who can promote knowledge exchange and a shift in perspective among our partners and internal agencies.
• Like solving puzzles and the erratic obstacles that come with shipping, such as Red Sea crises or disruptions caused by COVID-19.
• Data-savvy - loves working with statistics and knows how to use them to tell a story! Prerequisites include programming, database management systems, and data visualisation tools.