Assistant Manager,Trade

As the Assistant Manager, Trade, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day trade operations of the shipping company. This includes coordinating with internal teams, managing relationships with external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. You will work closely with the VP, Trade to ensure that the company's trade operations are efficient, effective, and meet the company's objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, customer service, operation and overseas office, to ensure that trade operations are aligned with company objectives.
• Resolve and follow up day-to-day commercial and deployment matters with relevant departments.
  Manage relationships with external stakeholders, such as customers, suppliers, and partners, to ensure smooth trade operations.
• Analyze and develop effective commercial and deployment studies to optimize revenue and service profitability.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure that trade operations are efficient and effective.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies to achieve revenue targets and maximize profitability for the company.
• Analyze market trends and identify new business opportunities for the company, including new shipping routes and services.
• Define the commercial and pricing policy for short-term quotations of the trade and ensure its implementation
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with industry bodies, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements including freight rates, service agreements, and other terms and conditions for joint ventures
• Monitor trade performance such as vessel utilization , schedule integrity and margin contribution
• Analyze profit and loss statements and produce monthly report for management
• Participate in establishing yearly budgeting and in following-up and analyzing its evolution
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the trade function.
• Manage and provide coaching and guidance to team members to ensure that they have the skills and knowledge required to perform their roles effectively.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in Maritime,business administration, logistics, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in the shipping industry, with a focus on trade operations.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with internal teams and manage relationships with external stakeholders effectively.
• Strong understanding of trade practices, shipping regulations and market dynamics in the shipping industry.