Sing Fuels, a global energy trading company, founded and headquartered in Singapore, has announced an opening for a Bunker Trader based in Turkey. This company offers bunker trading services, energy trading, and logistics solutions for ship owners, charterers, and various stakeholders within the shipping industry. The company’s core services include Marine Fuels, Lubricants, Risk Management, Cargo Trading, and Base Oils. With a strong presence across multiple global locations, they continue to expand their footprint in the maritime industry.
Bunker Trader – Turkey
Location: Kuştepe, Mecidiyeköy Yolu Cd., Şişli/İstanbul, Turkey
Position Type: Full-time
Bunker Trader Job Summary
The company is seeking a skilled Bunker Trader to join their team in Turkey. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with strong industry knowledge to work with an established client base in the Turkish market, while also contributing to the company’s global expansion. The role requires proactive engagement with both existing and potential clients to arrange global bunker supply solutions and develop new business opportunities in the marine fuel sector.
Bunker Trader Key Responsibilities
- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with both existing and potential clients in the Turkish market. Ensure consistent patronage from clients and local suppliers by leveraging strong personal relationships.
- Bunker Business Expertise: Apply a deep understanding of the international bunker business, including knowledge of ports, suppliers, owners, charterers, and relevant regulations.
- Business Development: Proactively develop new business by analyzing global trends, market demands, and opportunities in the marine industry.
- Market Research: Regularly research the market to identify new opportunities, trends, and regulatory changes, and develop an action plan to expand business.
- Cold Canvassing: Be comfortable with cold canvassing as a part of daily activities to generate new business leads. Always be goal-driven.
- Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the team to meet business goals and provide support as needed.
- Trading & Brokering: Actively broker and trade on behalf of clients, ensuring optimum rates and favorable outcomes for both the company and clients.
- Administrative Duties: Prepare and process quotations, sales inquiries, sales confirmations, and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
- Payment & Claims Management: Monitor customer payments and follow up on overdue payments. Handle any claims or disagreements, working alongside legal teams when necessary.
- Work Flexibility: You may be required to work outside of regular working hours, so flexibility is an advantage.
- Profit & Loss Management: Manage your own P/L (profit and loss) to ensure business performance aligns with company targets.
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: A degree in Shipping or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience: Previous experience as a Bunker Trader with an international bunker trading company is required.
- Skills:
- Strong organizational and CRM (customer relationship management) skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong sales techniques and the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
- Excellent negotiation skills with a solid understanding of the shipping industry and its key market drivers.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues when needed.
- Comfortable working in a multicultural environment with individuals at all organizational levels.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, etc.).
Additional Information
- A competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- An exciting incentive structure is available to the right candidate.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resumes and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience.
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