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Bunker Trader
Location
Asia
Posted
13 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Bunker Trader
Sing Fuels
• As a Bunker Trader you will be stationed either in the home or host country and operate company’s representative office as a separate P/L • You are expected to have an existing client base where you sell based on personal relationships and ensure continued patronage from both customers and local suppliers • Have a sound understanding of the International Bunker business (Ports / Suppliers / Owners / Charterers / Regulations) • Developing new business is a key role of the Bunker Trader and so you will be someone who has a keen interest in the Marine industry and is able to carry out analysis and monitor demands around the world • You must continually research the market and look for new opportunities to expand the business • You will regard cold canvassing as a part of your working day, be a goal oriented individual • In addition we are looking for a team player with strong ambition and self-drive • Daily duties will include active brokering / trading on behalf of clients ensuring optimum rates that benefit both the company and the client • You will be required to prepare and process quotations, sales enquiries, sales confirmation and prepare contracts • As a Bunker Trading you will also be required to monitor customers’ payments and ensure late payments are chased • In the event of any disagreements or claims, the Bunker Trader is required to manage any claims arising and assist with legal actions involving customers or suppliers • As a Bunker Trader you may have to work outside of normal working hours and so a degree of flexibility is an advantage • You will be managing your own P/L
Job Requirements
- You are required to have had previous experience in a Bunker Trader position with an International Bunker Trading Company or a Physical Supplied
- You will be required to have been educated to a high standard and hold a degree qualification or equivalent in Shipping
- As a Bunker Trader you will need to be organised and capable of maintaining CRM (customer relationship management) systems and good general administrative skills
- You must be outgoing and have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- You must be able to present information to clients in a concise manner and have a good sales technique
- A Bunker Trader is required to negotiate rates with suppliers and so you must have strong negotiation skills and a good understanding of the shipping industry
- You must be able to work as part of a team and be able to support other team members as and when required
- At ease with working in a multicultural environment and ability to interact effectively with individuals of all level in the organization.
- Professional presence and absolute integrity
- A Bunker Trader must be familiar with standard industry computer programs eg Microsoft Word, Excel, etc
Benefits
- Exciting incentive structure awaits.
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