Senior/Manager (Growth)(Network Development Planning/Due Diligence)(Shipping)

GMP Group HQ; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior/Manager for Growth and Trade Development Planning within the shipping sector. This exciting role involves executing due diligence, developing financial models, and analyzing maritime market trends to drive strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a proven track record in leading growth initiatives. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and sustainability, and play a key role in shaping the future of shipping networks and services. If you're passionate about maritime logistics and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years in strategic planning or business development in shipping.
• Expertise in financial modeling and market analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence and feasibility reviews for shipping networks.
• Lead research for acquisitions and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Financial Modeling

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management

Logistics

Maritime Studies

Job description

Our client is a well established shipping brand. Currently, they are seeking a well qualified candidate to join them as "Senior/Manager (Growth)(Trade Development Planning/Due Diligence/Network & Service Proposals)(Shipping).

Responsibilities :

• Executing comprehensive due diligence, feasibility reviews, and route evaluations for new shipping networks and services

• Synthesizes market insights, financial analyses, and operational requirements to translate high-level strategies into actionable recommendations.

• Ensures that every strategic initiative from organic growth to potential acquisitions is thoroughly vetted and primed for seamless execution by cross-functional teams.

• Organic and Network Growth

• Conduct detailed due diligence on new network and service proposals, including cost-benefit analyses and scenario-based forecasting.

• Develop comprehensive financial models to assess route profitability and operational feasibility, identifying key risks and synergy opportunities.

• Analyze maritime market trends, cargo flows, port infrastructure, and competitor footprints to identify untapped routes and value-added service opportunities.

• Integrate trade projections with capacity usage and port constraints to propose data-driven route expansions or modifications.

• Break down large strategic initiatives into actionable tasks, coordinating with Trade, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure smooth execution.

• Monitor the progress of strategic projects from concept to launch, ensuring milestones and performance benchmarks are achieved.

• Once a new network is operational, facilitate a structured handover by documenting performance benchmarks and operational procedures.

• Collaborate with the Trade team to transfer yield and capacity management responsibilities, and with the Network team for day-to-day operations.

• Inorganic Growth and Environment

• Lead research and due diligence for potential acquisitions or strategic partnerships, developing evaluation criteria and overseeing risk assessments.

• Collaborate on integration plans to seamlessly incorporate newly acquired entities or partnerships, ensuring operational synergy.

• Evaluate environmental or corporate sustainability factors (IMO regulations, decarbonization pressures) to future-proof route strategies, and proactively propose green routes, reinforcing the brand positioning and ESG equity.

• Proactively explore and pilot new technologies and methodologies to enhance network performance and future-proof operations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Logistics, Maritime Studies or related field

• 6 to 10 years of relevant working experience in strategic planning, business development, project management or similar role within the shipping or maritime industry.

• Strong analytical, strategic thinking skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

• Proven track record of leading successful growth initiatives or strategies in a similar industry

• Proficiency in developing and interpreting complex financial models.

• Strong understanding of maritime market trends, cargo flows, and port infrastructure.

• Expertise in conducting research and due diligence for acquisitions and partnerships and the ability to develop and assess potential business opportunities.

To apply, please visit : www.gmprecruit.com and search for Job Reference: QXXX7VR3. Alternatively, you may do a Quick Apply.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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