Job Purpose and Impact

The Freight Trader will handle a supplier and customer base and fulfill transactions delivering freight that meets specifications in terms of timing, volume, quantity and cost for Geared (Handy and Supramax) vessels.

Key Accountabilities

• Buy and sell freight to regional customers to reach target volumes and generate PnL.
• Execute the regional position by buying and selling tonnage on TC and Voyage to meet contract requirements and optimize fleet revenue.
• Generate market, position and profit and loss reports based on data and specialty reports gathered by supporting functions team members.
• Research and analyze various freight opportunities in the marketplace to maximize margin.
• Work directly with customers, suppliers and business counterparts to develop business solutions to meet their needs.
• Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of four years of related work experience
• Minimum of two years of experience in trading in physical commodities or freight trading experience in the maritime sector
• Fluent in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong focus on quality, well-timed execution – converting desk plans into reality.
• Assist the team to set and execute regional game plans based on supply and demand analysis – ultimately generating profitable growth.
• Pricing excellence. Ensuring time charter to voyage conversion is done accurately with a strong understanding of the regional nuances.
• Develop and implement sales strategies, identifying potential customers and foster existing customer relationships.
• Spanish speaking preferred