Director – Shipping & Logistics (Liquid Cargo)

TANKTAINER SHIPPING (S) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company based in Singapore is looking for an experienced Director – Shipping & Logistics. The candidate should possess extensive knowledge of liquid cargo transportation and have a minimum of 10 years in the industry. Responsibilities include leading regional logistics operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and formulating long-term strategies for market expansion. The role demands strong leadership across South East Asia and the Middle East, with a competitive executive compensation package offered.

Benefits

Competitive executive-level compensation package

Opportunity to shape regional logistics strategy

High-impact role in a dynamic organization

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in the shipping and logistics industry.
• Mandatory operational and leadership experience across South East Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Middle East.
• Demonstrated experience in liquid cargo transportation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and executive leadership for shipping and logistics operations.
• Oversee regional transportation networks and fleet operations.
• Formulate long-term business strategies to expand market presence.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Planning

Petroleum

Supply Chain

Transportation Management

Risk Management

Administration

Transportation

Supply Chain Management

Budgeting

Stakeholder Management

Shipping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics

Supply Chain Management

Marine Studies

Business Administration

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

We are seeking a seasoned Director – Shipping & Logistics with extensive expertise in liquid cargo transportation to lead and drive regional logistics operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience across South East Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Middle East, with a proven ability to manage complex logistics networks, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and executive leadership for shipping and logistics operations, with a focus on liquid cargo transportation
• Oversee regional transportation networks, fleet operations, terminal coordination, and supply chain performance
• Formulate and execute long-term business strategies to expand market presence and profitability
• Build and manage high-level relationships with shipping lines, terminal operators, regulators, and key clients
• Ensure compliance with international maritime, safety, environmental, and local regulations
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, cost optimization, and P&L management
• Drive operational excellence, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead, mentor, and develop senior leadership and operational teams

Required Skills & Competencies

• Deep expertise in liquid cargo logistics, including petroleum products, chemicals, or edible oils
• Strong knowledge of regional and international shipping regulations
• Proven leadership in transportation management, fleet operations, and terminal handling
• Strategic thinking with strong commercial, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• High level of financial and operational acumen
• Excellent decision‑making and leadership capabilities

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in the shipping and logistics industry
• Mandatory operational and leadership experience across South East Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Middle East
• Demonstrated experience in liquid cargo transportation is essential
• Added advantage: Prior experience as Head of Business / Country Head in any South East Asia country
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Marine Studies, Business Administration, or a related field

What We Offer

• Competitive executive‑level compensation package
• Opportunity to lead and shape regional logistics strategy
• High‑impact role within a growing and dynamic organization

Tell employers what skills you have

• Negotiation
• Leadership
• Operational Excellence
• Regulatory Compliance
• Financial Planning
• Petroleum
• Supply Chain
• Transportation Management
• Risk Management
• Administration
• Transportation
• Supply Chain Management
• Budgeting
• Stakeholder Management
• Shipping