Panamax Junior Broker: Chartering & Market Intelligence

IFCHOR GALBRAITHS (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

IFCHOR GALBRAITHS (IG) in Singapore seeks a Junior Panamax Broker to join the Dry Cargo Division. You will support day-to-day broking activity, monitor vessel positions and cargo requirements, and build relationships with shipowners, charterers and operators.

Working with experienced brokers, you will develop your understanding of Panamax trading patterns, major dry bulk commodities, and international trade flows, while gaining commercial judgement and negotiation skills for greater

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' professional experience in shipping, shipbroking, dry bulk, commodities, logistics or related commercial role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build professional relationships.
• Genuine interest in shipping, commodities, international trade and global markets.
• Commercial awareness, initiative and a willingness to learn.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive and collaborative environment.
• Professional integrity, resilience and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Support the Panamax desk across daily chartering enquiries, negotiations and broking activity.
• Monitor vessel positions, cargo requirements, freight rates and market developments.
• Develop knowledge of Panamax vessels, dry bulk commodities, international trade routes and market dynamics.
• Identify opportunities to match cargo requirements with vessel availability.
• Communicate with shipowners, charterers, operators and market participants to gather information and develop relationships.
• Assist with commercial negotiations and progression from enquiry to fixture.
• Use market platforms and data to identify opportunities and support market intelligence.
• Collaborate with IG's international offices and broking network.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Progressively take greater responsibility for opportunities and client relationships.

Skills

Shipping knowledge

Communication

Analytical thinking

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Maritime/Shipping or related degree

Job description

IFCHOR GALBRAITHS (IG) in Singapore seeks a Junior Panamax Broker to join the Dry Cargo Division. You will support day-to-day broking activity, monitor vessel positions and cargo requirements, and build relationships with shipowners, charterers and operators.

Working with experienced brokers, you will develop your understanding of Panamax trading patterns, major dry bulk commodities, and international trade flows, while gaining commercial judgement and negotiation skills for greater