SEA TRANSPORT CHARTERING MANAGER

PAN OCEAN TRADING & LOGISTICS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading and logistics firm in Singapore is seeking a Chartering Manager to oversee Panamax chartering activities. The role requires at least 15 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Korean and English. Responsibilities include maintaining activity reports, managing vessel negotiations, and building customer relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in maritime studies or a related field, and experience with bulk carriers is essential. This position may require overtime and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in chartering as a Chartering Manager.
• Experience with Panamax vessels and bulk carriers.
• Proficient in calculating and evaluating voyage estimations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day Panamax chartering activities and negotiate charter parties.
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly activity reports.
• Develop relationships with customers and brokers.

Skills

Chartering experience

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Korean proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in maritime studies or related discipline

Job description

Duties

• Conduct day to day Panamax chartering activities and negotiation charter parties to maximize profits and minimize risks through all routes of the sector
• Negotiation of Charter Party terms and requirements
• Internal Communication with commercial team in Seoul Office to exchange ideas and share the information
• Maintain daily / weekly / monthly activity reports in Korean
• Key contributor for the P&L or the organization
• Developing relationships with customers (owner & charterer) and brokers
• Calculation and pricing of shipping deals (Vessel and cargo)
• Following performance of voyages and working closely with Operations Department
• Secure spot and forward cargoes / COAs / tonnages to cover position
• Involve in handling and settlement of any issues, disputes related to chartering vessels & cargoes

Job Requirements

• Minimum a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in maritime studies or related discipline
• At least 15 years experience in chartering as a Chartering Manager handling Panamax Vessels
• Bulk carrier experience is a must
• Experience in fixing charter contracts for many dry bulk cargoes Coal / Grain / Ore / Fertilizer etc
• Able to calculate and evaluate voyage estimation
• Proficiency of Korean and English dialects (spoken and written) are essential for this position. Ability to communicate and dealing with overseas business clients and preparation of daily reporting to Head Office in Korea. Hence, this position involves regular communication in both Korean and English; proficiency in both languages is important.
• Able to work individually but also as a team player
• Sufficient knowledge of shipping decarbonization regulations
• Ability to work in a fast - paced and at times stressful environment
• Overtime working is required