MARINE SALES MANAGER

MOLA SUBSEA SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine services company in Singapore is seeking a Marine Sales Manager to drive business development in key ports and shipping markets. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in the marine services sector, outstanding client relationship skills, and a strong background in underwater maintenance operations. Responsibilities include promoting ship husbandry services, negotiating contracts, and analyzing market trends. This role necessitates a self-motivated individual with a willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of sales or commercial experience in marine services.
• Solid understanding of underwater maintenance services.
• Existing network with shipping companies is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify and close new business opportunities in shipping.
• Promote underwater ship husbandry services.
• Build relationships with shipowners and technical managers.
• Lead contract negotiations and prepare proposals.
• Monitor market trends and competitor offerings.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Client relationship management

Self-motivation

Target-oriented mindset

Education

Diploma or Degree in Maritime Studies

Diploma or Degree in Marine Engineering

Diploma or Degree in Business

Job description

We are seeking a driven and experienced Marine Sales Manager to lead our business development efforts across key ports and shipping markets. This role requires someone with strong industry knowledge, excellent client relationship skills, and a deep understanding of marine operations, particularly in the underwater maintenance sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities in the shipping, offshore, and maritime industries.
• Promote and sell underwater ship husbandry services such as hull cleaning, propeller polishing, and underwater inspections to vessel owners, operators, and ship management companies.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with shipowners, technical managers, port agents, and classification societies.
• Lead contract negotiations, prepare proposals, and respond to tenders or RFQs.
• Analyze customer needs and work with operations to tailor service packages.
• Provide after-sales support and ensure high client satisfaction.
• Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, and port activities to identify opportunities.
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, port meetings, and client events.
• Prepare regular sales reports and contribute to commercial strategy development.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of sales or commercial experience in the marine services sector.
• Solid understanding of ship husbandry, hull performance, or underwater maintenance services.
• Existing network with shipping companies, vessel operators, or port authorities is a strong advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, target-oriented, and comfortable working independently.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.