Freight Risk Analyst

BEATHCHAPMAN (PTE. LTD.); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Singapore is seeking a Freight Analyst to support their bulk logistics and shipping operations. This role involves analyzing dry bulk freight risks, vessel performance, and freight costs while providing market insights for decision-making. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in freight roles and be proficient in data analysis tools. Join a dynamic team to influence key commodity flows and optimize operational decisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Freight / FFA focused role.
• Ability to analyze dry bulk freight rates and voyage economics.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze dry bulk freight rates and voyage economics.
• Monitor market indices and benchmarks like BDI.
• Collect and analyze large sets of market data.
• Support risk management by assessing market risks.
• Assist in evaluating client exposure in the dry bulk sector.

Skills

Data analysis

Freight risk assessment

Independent working

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

We are seeking a commercially mindedFreight Analyst to support our bulk logistics and shipping operations. This role focuses on analysing dry bulk freight risks, vessel performance, and freight costs across key commodity flows. You will provide market insight and data-driven analysis to support chartering, procurement, and operational decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Analyse dry bulk freight rates, hire costs, and voyage economics across major vessel classes (e.g. Handysize, Supramax, Panamax, Capesize)
• Monitor market indices and benchmarks (e.g. BDI, time charter and voyage rates)
• Collect, process, and analyse large sets of market data (historical rates, volumes, vessel supply, fuel prices, etc.) to identify trends, anomalies, and potential trading opportunities.
• Support risk management activities by assessing and quantifying market risks associated with volatile freight rates and advising on hedging strategies.
• Assist in evaluating and mitigating risks related to client positions by understanding their exposure in the dry bulk sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• At least 5 years in a Freight / FFA focused role
• Proficient in data analysis tools such as SQL / Python etc
• Ability to work independently