Chartering Manager (Bulk)

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

Job summary

A prominent shipping company based in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional to secure long-term charter agreements and analyze market trends. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, have excellent negotiation and analytical skills, and be able to foster strong relationships within the industry. Responsibilities include monitoring market developments, maximizing vessel utilization, and ensuring compliance with legal mandates. Fluency in Mandarin and expertise in shipping software are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in business administration, maritime studies, or a similar discipline.
• Thorough awareness of industry trade routes and cargo types.
• Proven track record in negotiating long-term charter contracts.
• Outstanding analytical abilities for market data comprehension.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant technologies.

Responsibilities

• Secure long-term agreements with customers by negotiating terms.
• Monitor market developments to inform chartering strategies.
• Create relationships with customers and industry participants.
• Identify dry bulk vessel chartering opportunities.
• Collaborate with teams to maximize vessel utilization.
• Analyze market factors for data-driven decision-making.
• Contribute to company plans and chartering strategies.
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Stay updated on industry advancements and best practices.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Interpersonal communication

Analytical abilities

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Fluency in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or maritime studies

Tools

Shipping software

Job description

• Secure long-term agreements with respectable customers by negotiating and securing advantageous terms and conditions.
• To make well-informed decisions about your chartering strategy, keep an eye on market developments and evaluate charter rates.
• Create and preserve a solid rapport with customers, brokers, and other shipping industry participants.
• Find and seize dry bulk vessel chartering possibilities in the Pacific market.
• Work together with the commercial and operations teams to maximize vessel utilization and guarantee seamless chartering procedures.
• Make data-driven decisions by analyzing market factors, such as supply and demand dynamics, vessel availability, and freight prices.
• Assist in the creation of company plans and chartering strategies by offering market intelligence.
• Review voyage economics, conduct routine performance reviews of chartered boats, and pinpoint areas in need of development.
• Oversee contract management and guarantee adherence to all legal, regulatory, and operational mandates.
• Stay current on industry advancements, legislation, and best practices relating to dry bulk chartering.
• To properly support chartering activities, work together with internal stakeholders from operations, bunkering, marine accounting, and legal.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, maritime studies, or a similar discipline is preferred.
• Thorough awareness of the industry, including trade routes, cargo kinds, and vessel types.
• Proven capacity to successfully negotiate and obtain long-term charter contracts with a track record of accomplishments.
• Outstanding analytical abilities and the capacity to comprehend market data and come to well-informed conclusions.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities to establish and preserve connections with stakeholders and clients.
• Strong sense of business and a focus on outcomes.
• Capacity to handle several priorities while working efficiently in a dynamic, fast-paced workplace.
• Adept in using the Microsoft Office Suite, shipping software, and other pertinent technologies.
• Proficiency in Mandarin and other languages, in addition to fluency in English, is advantageous.