Freight & Chartering Executive

Capital Human Resource Management Pte. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Commodities Trading is seeking a Freight & Chartering Executive to manage freight and chartering for dry cargo and palm oil shipments. The role involves negotiating freight rates, preparing evaluations, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics execution. Ideal candidates have relevant experience and a degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, or Supply Chain, along with strong negotiation and analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary and great career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical & dental insurance

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in freight, chartering, shipping operations, or commodities trading.
• Strong knowledge of freight structures, charter party agreements, Incoterms, shipping documentation, and laytime calculations.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and fixtures concurrently in a fast-paced trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage freight and chartering requirements for dry cargo and palm oil shipments.
• Source and negotiate competitive freight rates.
• Prepare freight evaluations, voyage calculations, and fixture recaps.
• Coordinate with traders, suppliers, customers, and operations teams.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Maritime Studies

Logistics

Supply Chain

Business

Job description

About the role

Full-time role based in Samsung Hub office building, working as a Freight & Chartering Executive for Capital Human Resource Management Pte. Ltd, a leading company in the Commodities Trading industry. In this strategic position, you will be responsible for supporting the logistics and freight requirements of the company's commodities trading business.

What you'll be doing

1. Manage freight and chartering requirements for dry cargo and palm oil shipments, including spot, COA, and time-charter arrangements.
2. Source and negotiate competitive freight rates with ship owners, brokers, carriers, and freight forwarders.
3. Prepare freight evaluations, voyage calculations, and fixture recaps to support trading and operational decisions.
4. Handle the full chartering process from enquiry, negotiation, recap preparation, to post-fixture follow‑up.
5. Coordinate with traders, suppliers, customers, shipping agents, and operations teams to ensure smooth voyage execution.
6. Monitor market trends, vessel positions, port conditions, and freight rates to provide timely insights.
7. Review and ensure accuracy of charter party agreements, shipping documentation, and operational instructions.
8. Maintain strong relationships with ship owners, brokers, agents, and logistics partners.

What we're looking for

1. Diploma or Degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
2. Minimum 3‑5 years of relevant experience in freight, chartering, shipping operations, or commodities trading (experience with dry bulk and/or palm oil preferred).
3. Strong knowledge of freight structures, charter party agreements, Incoterms, shipping documentation, and laytime calculations.
4. Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
5. Ability to manage multiple shipments and fixtures concurrently in a fast‑paced trading environment.

What we offer

1. Competitive salary
2. Comprehensive medical & dental insurance
3. Generous annual leave & excellence working environment
4. Professional development & career growth opportunities
5. Collaborative and supportive team culture
6. Employee wellness initiatives & social activities

If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Click the Apply Now button to start your application.

Application Instructions

Submit your CV in MS Word format, including:

• Educational background
• Work experience in point form
• Reasons for leaving each position
• Current & expected salary
• Date of availability / notice period

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