Senior VP – Chartering
Our client, a well-established supply chain manager of agricultural and energy products and metals, minerals and ores is looking to add a senior charterer to their Hong Kong Office.
Responsible for the management and development of the Panamax Freight Book:
· Be an active member of the Chartering Leadership team by contributing to key decisions and strategic direction of the Chartering division within the group
· Risk management of panamax book - market and credit risk
· Building up a cargo base in panamaxes
· Chartering in of ships, either spot or long term
· Execution of fixtures and operational risk management
· Managing the panamax team
· Client relationships
· Reporting to management on weekly/monthly basis
· Direct the workflow of processes including rate quotations and proposals
· Trading cargoes and negotiating contracts for a variety of project cargoes and commodities
· Revenue generation through strategic project bidding
Required Skills
· Leads, engages and motivates individuals and teams
· Proven people management, coaching and mentoring skills
· Understands and responds appropriately to clients' needs - internally and externally
· Manages risk
· Delivers high quality results in a timely manner to clients
· Demonstrates professional expertise and contributes personal expertise to others
· Improves existing processes and or introduces new methods including best practices
· Ability to visualize the future business and identifies opportunities
· Identifies trends, and has the ability to see both the big picture but also understands the details
· Demonstrates cultural versatility and awareness
· Excellent interpersonal and verbal / written English Language communication skills
· Is articulate and has excellent presentation skills
Required Experience
· 15 years of experience gained through the Shipping / Chartering Industry and at least 5 years managing a freight team.
· Thorough knowledge of chartering practice, vessel operations, post fixture analysis, applicable industry contracts, and general knowledge of freight, transportation, and end to end project logistics.
· University bachelor degree or equivalent is preferred
For applications, please send you resume to leila.meskabi@spencer-ogden.com
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