Commodities Business Manager (Coal)

Location: Singapore, Asia Square

Travel: Global

Job Responsibilities:

Channel Expansion and Development:

• Identify, establish, and manage coal import channels from key resource-rich countries including Indonesia, Australia, and Mongolia.
• Monitor market trends and opportunities in these regions to ensure a consistent and reliable supply of coal.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders in these countries to ensure smooth operations and competitive pricing.

Customer Development and Relationship Management:

• Develop and expand the customer base for coal imports in key downstream markets including Vietnam, the United States, Japan, and South Korea.
• Actively engage with potential clients in these regions, identifying their coal needs and offering tailored solutions.
• Build long-term relationships with customers, providing them with high-quality service, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Market Research and Strategy Development:

• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities in coal imports and downstream demand across target countries.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute strategies for entering new markets and optimizing existing market presence.

Sales and Negotiation:

• Lead negotiations for coal import contracts with suppliers and customers to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Achieve sales targets and contribute to revenue growth by acquiring new customers and expanding business with existing clients.

Team Collaboration and Leadership:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including logistics, procurement, and marketing to ensure smooth execution of coal imports and customer deliveries.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in developing their skills and achieving business goals.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Identify potential risks in the coal import process and downstream customer development, and work with internal teams to mitigate those risks.
• Ensure compliance with local and international regulations related to coal imports and business operations.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum Degree in any discipline.
• 5+ years of work experience, familiar with coal import channels, resources, and downstream sales terminals, with the ability to independently develop customers.
• Fluent in English, strong communication and negotiation skills, teamwork spirit, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to handle high work pressure.
• Experience in coal import business at large international trade enterprises is preferred.

Interested candidates, please send in your CV via mycareersfuture. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.