Trade Executive (Container)

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Singapore is seeking a Trade Executive (Container) to develop pricing strategies that optimize profits and respond to market trends. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in the maritime sector, with strong analytical skills and a team-oriented mindset. This role requires data proficiency, including knowledge of programming and database management. The candidate will work with international teams to address pricing and operational challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline.
• 2-3 years experience in the maritime sector focusing on commercial, trade, or cargo flow.
• Data-savvy and skilled in using statistics for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Decide on price plans optimizing earnings and profits.
• Examine market trends and competitive environments for best pricing.
• Collaborate with international agents on pricing and operational issues.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

Data analytics

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Programming

Database management systems

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the job Trade Executive (Container)

Job Description:

• Decide on price plans that will optimise lifts, earnings, and profits.
• Recognise the impact of different prices and the pricing process holistically across different stakeholders.
• Examine market trends and the competitive environment to find the best pricing to meet company objectives.
• Collaborate with international agents to oversee daily pricing efforts and address any operational problems from a business standpoint.
• For best outcomes, keep an eye on service performance and examine the vessel profile to adjust the cargo mix.
• Encourage feasibility studies for services and take an active part in company development programmes.
• Preserve pricing information and guarantee pricing systems' accuracy.
• Assemble market data regarding price best practices, laws, and industry trends.
• Carry out additional as-needed tasks and projects that management assigns you.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline
• Two to three years of experience in the maritime sector, preferably working in the commercial, trade, or capacity/cargo flow departments.
• A capable team player who can promote knowledge exchange and a shift in perspective among our partners and internal agencies.
• Like solving puzzles and the erratic obstacles that come with shipping, such as Red Sea crises or disruptions caused by COVID-19.
• Data-savvy -loves working with statistics and knows how to use them to tell a story! Prerequisites include programming, database management systems, and data visualisation tools.