Trade Executive (Shipping)

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A shipping company in Singapore is looking for a Trade Executive to optimise pricing plans and improve operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years' experience in the maritime sector. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a data-driven approach are crucial. You will collaborate with international agents and analyse market trends to enhance company profits. Join us if you enjoy tackling challenges in the dynamic shipping industry.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in the maritime sector.
• Ability to promote knowledge exchange among partners.
• Data-savvy with skills in programming and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Decide on price plans to optimise earnings.
• Examine market trends for pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with agents on pricing efforts.

Skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline

Tools

Database management systems

Data visualisation tools

Job description

About the job Trade Executive (Shipping)

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.