Trade Manager (TPEB Trade)

faststream recruitment pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Faststream Recruitment is partnered with a global logistics company seeking a Trade Manager to oversee TPEB trades in Singapore. The role focuses on bookings, routing, and carrier relations to optimize cross-border shipments.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years TPEB experience within NVOCC/freight forwarder/ocean carrier, strong Excel and data analysis skills, and proven leadership abilities. Singapore-based role with strategic collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on TPEB experience within an NVOCC, freight forwarder or ocean carrier.
• Strong knowledge of TPEB trade dynamics, carrier services, port pairings and North American regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in booking platforms and industry systems, with advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Familiarity with Dangerous Goods, out-of-gauge and reefer cargo.
• Strong negotiation, communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• TPEB carrier relationships, service contract negotiation or pricing experience, and knowledge of U.S. inland and intermodal transportation are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage TPEB bookings and routing for shipments from Asia to North America, ensuring timely and cost-effective cargo movement.
• Optimise routing based on transit times, costs, reliability and carrier performance.
• Secure vessel space and manage allocations to meet demand and seasonal peaks.
• Resolve rollovers, blank sailings and capacity constraints to minimise disruptions.
• Maintain relationships with ocean carriers and NVOCC partners, reviewing service performance regularly.
• Monitor market rates, capacity and buying costs to support competitive pricing and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with carrier guidelines, documentation requirements and applicable North American customs and maritime regulations.
• Maintain accurate booking, routing and operational records.
• Lead and develop booking and routing teams through training, performance targets and regular reviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams and overseas partners to resolve issues and provide timely shipment updates.
• Support customer enquiries and coordinate cross-trade and import shipments where required.

Skills

TPEB knowledge

Negotiation

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Booking platforms

Industry systems

Excel

Job description

Are you a Trade Manager currently covering TPEB trades? Here is an exciting position for you!

Faststream Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a global logistics company who is looking for a Trade Manager to look after their TPEB trades in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Manage TPEB bookings and routing for shipments from Asia to North America, ensuring timely and cost-effective cargo movement.
• Optimise routing based on transit times, costs, reliability and carrier performance.
• Secure vessel space and manage allocations to meet demand and seasonal peaks.
• Resolve rollovers, blank sailings and capacity constraints to minimise disruptions.
• Maintain relationships with ocean carriers and NVOCC partners, reviewing service performance regularly.
• Monitor market rates, capacity and buying costs to support competitive pricing and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with carrier guidelines, documentation requirements and applicable North American customs and maritime regulations.
• Maintain accurate booking, routing and operational records.
• Lead and develop booking and routing teams through training, performance targets and regular reviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams and overseas partners to resolve issues and provide timely shipment updates.
• Support customer enquiries and coordinate cross-trade and import shipments where required.

Key Requirements:

• At least 3 years of hands-on TPEB experience within an NVOCC, freight forwarder or ocean carrier.
• Strong knowledge of TPEB trade dynamics, carrier services, port pairings and North American regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in booking platforms and industry systems, with advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Familiarity with Dangerous Goods, out-of-gauge and reefer cargo.
• Strong negotiation, communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• TPEB carrier relationships, service contract negotiation or pricing experience, and knowledge of U.S. inland and intermodal transportation are advantageous.