Chartering Manager - Tankers (CPP)

BGN; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

BGN in Houston seeks an experienced Chartering Manager – Tankers (CPP) to lead chartering activities from the region, focusing on opportunities in the Americas. The role requires market insight and a strong commercial mindset to support the freight strategy.

You will coordinate with owners, charterers, and brokers, negotiate fixtures, and provide market intelligence to the Head of Freight. Fluency in English and proficiency with Excel/IMOS are required, with the ability to work independently in

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in tanker markets with North/South America exposure
• Strong commercial awareness of tanker freight markets
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-management skills
• Fluent English, written and spoken; strong Excel skills; IMOS experience

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze tanker market developments, freight rates, tonnage availability, and cargo opportunities across North and South America
• Identify and develop commercial opportunities with owners, charterers, brokers, and other market participants
• Negotiate and conclude chartering business in line with the company's commercial strategy
• Maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients and counterparties
• Provide regular market intelligence and commercial updates to the Head of Freight
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure efficient execution of fixtures and voyage requirements
• Maintain accurate records and reporting using relevant systems and tools

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship management

Market analysis

Communication

Tools

IMOS

MS Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Chartering Manager – Tankers (CPP) to join our team in Houston. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of tanker markets in Americas and a proven track record in tanker chartering.

This is an opportunity for an experienced professional to take an active role in managing chartering activities, developing commercial opportunities, and supporting the company's freight strategy across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse tanker market developments, freight rates, tonnage availability, and cargo opportunities across North and South America
• Identify and develop commercial opportunities with owners, charterers, brokers, and other market participants.
• Negotiate and conclude chartering business in line with the company's commercial strategy.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients and counterparties.
• Provide regular market intelligence and commercial updates to the Head of Freight.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure efficient execution of fixtures and voyage requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting using relevant systems and tools.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in tanker markets, with strong exposure to the North and South America.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of tanker freight markets.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-management skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using IMOS or equivalent voyage/chartering management systems.
• Ability to work independently, make sound commercial decisions, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Reporting

The successful candidate will report daily to the Head of Freight and will work closely with the wider commercial and operations teams.

What We Offer

A key commercial role within a dynamic tanker chartering environment.

Exposure to the Far East CPP tanker market.

Opportunity to contribute directly to the company's freight and chartering strategy.

A professional and collaborative working environment in Houston .