Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1) Chartering Activities

Negotiate and conclude time charter-out and voyage charter contracts with customers, including Contracts of Affreightment (COAs) on a long-term/middle term/spot charters basis, as well as other agreements.
Negotiate and conclude time charter-in (spot/term basis) with shipowner as necessary.
Prepare and implement practical arrangements to ensure that the vessel clears customers / RightShip vetting requirements.
Conduct regular market research to analyze freight/time charter rate trends, demand and supply fundamentals, and the competitors landscape.
Produce logical and compelling, fundamental-based reports for management on the dry bulk market outlook/forecast.
Assess and manage charterers creditworthiness to mitigate counterparty risks.
Plan and manage vessel voyage schedules, optimizing fleet utilization and commercial efficiency.
Coordinate with the operations team on optimal stowage to maximize cargo efficiency.
Lead key chartering projects to enhance business profitability.
Execute FFA transactions for free tonnage in accordance with the company's FFA heading strategy/risk policy to secure a stable profit.

2) New Business Development

Research business opportunities, including but not limited to decarbonization and formulate business plans, negotiating with customers
Support the commercial lead in developing a new ship type that enables decarbonization (including but not limited to LNG, Ammonia, Methanol, biofuels) business
Contributes to the evaluation and structuring of financing packages for new business development as required.
Support any new business projects and project management, including preparation of internal approval materials and customer-facing proposals.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1) Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree
Minimum 3- 5 years experience in drybulk shipping business, specifically in chartering and operations.
Experience of launching multiple new projects relating to decarbonization is positively considered.

2) Technical & Industry Knowledge

Good understanding of maritime laws and regulations, including MARPOL, RightShip Rules and the IMSBC Code.
Sufficient experience in voyage charter and time charter contract negotiations with Owner/Charterer.
Strong analytical and calculation skills.
Hands-on experience with Veson IMOS or similar chartering software.
Project Management skills
Willing to take up any ad hoc project assignments.