Freight Trader

Live Job Vacancies; Singapore; On-site; USD 50,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic owner-operator shipping company as a Freight Trader, where you will drive fleet performance and identify profitable trading opportunities across refined and crude petroleum cargoes. In this role, you will maximize the utilization of tanker assets, trade freight positions, and build robust relationships with charterers and brokers. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial acumen and a proven track record in freight trading, ready to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the shipping industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in freight trading or chartering.
• In-depth understanding of refined product and crude oil markets.

Responsibilities

• Maximize utilization and earnings of tanker assets through strategic market positioning.
• Negotiate charter party terms and manage fixtures.

Skills

Freight Trading

Negotiation Skills

Commercial Acumen

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

We are seeking a commercially driven and entrepreneurial Freight Trader to join a dynamic owner-operator shipping company. This individual will be responsible for the trading and strategic positioning of tanker assets across a diverse range of refined and crude petroleum cargoes. You’ll be a key player in driving fleet performance and identifying profitable trading opportunities in both established and emerging markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maximize utilization and earnings of owned/controlled tanker assets through proactive and strategic market positioning.
• Trade freight positions across spot, COA, and time charter markets, covering refined products and crude oil.
• Identify and evaluate cargo opportunities in alignment with market trends and fleet capabilities.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with charterers, traders, brokers, and shipowners to create and capture commercial value.
• Monitor global freight markets, oil supply/demand dynamics, and trade flows to generate actionable insights.
• Negotiate charter party terms and manage fixtures from initial discussions through to post-fixture execution.
• Collaborate closely with operations, risk, and finance teams to ensure full-cycle deal execution.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in freight trading or chartering, ideally within a tanker owner/operator, energy company, or trading house.
• In-depth understanding of refined product and crude oil markets, trade routes, and freight economics.
• Strong commercial acumen and entrepreneurial drive with the ability to work independently and deliver results.
• Skilled negotiator with a proven track record of deal-making and relationship-building.
• Highly motivated, adaptable, and comfortable in a target-driven, fast-paced environment.