Freight Trader
On-siteDelray Beach, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Identify and secure suitable vessels for the global transportation of dry bulk commodities, including cement, clinker, gypsum, coal, petcoke, and iron ore. Perform detailed freight market analysis to optimize pricing and movement while negotiating charter parties with owners, operators, and brokers. Prepare voyage plans, maintain accurate vessel records, and report fixture results and market information to management. Work closely with Trading and Operations teams to support efficient execution and develop chartering procedures. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Maritime Management, 5+ years of shipping industry experience, and the ability to travel as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Maritime Management or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in the shipping industry working as a shipbroker, charterer, or shipowner
- Experience brokering and/or chartering dry bulk vessels for raw materials such as cement, clinker, gypsum, coal, petcoke, iron ore, or similar commodities
- Strong knowledge of dry freight markets, including market fundamentals and dry freight pricing structures
- Ability to create, maintain, and use models to evaluate and structure physical and financial freight trades
- Strong existing knowledge of and relationships with shipowners and brokers
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to achieve competitive market outcomes
- Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative and sound judgment
- Collaborative team player who can work across functions while meeting established deadlines
- Motivated to contribute to and grow with the business
- Ability and willingness to travel as required
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