A well-established international shipping company is seeking an experienced Chartering Manager to support the commercial management of its fleet of stainless steel and chemical tanker vessels. This position based in Singapore and offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic commercial environment focused on tanker chartering and global trade optimisation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing chartering strategies, securing employment for vessels, and maintaining strong relationships with charterers, brokers, and industry partners. This role requires strong market knowledge within the chemical and stainless steel tanker segment, as well as the ability to identify and capture profitable commercial opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute chartering strategies for stainless steel and chemical tanker vessels in line with market conditions and company objectives.
• Secure employment for vessels through spot, contract, and time charter opportunities while maximizing fleet utilisation and profitability.
• Monitor global tanker markets, trade flows, cargo movements, and freight trends to identify potential business opportunities.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with charterers, brokers, traders, and other key stakeholders within the chemical tanker market.
• Negotiate charter party terms and commercial agreements to ensure optimal outcomes for the company.
• Collaborate closely with operations, technical, and post-fixture teams to ensure smooth execution of fixtures.
• Review voyage performance and provide insights on market positioning and commercial strategy.
• Support senior management with market intelligence, reporting, and strategic recommendations.
• Participate in industry meetings, conferences, and networking opportunities to expand the company’s commercial reach.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience within tanker chartering, with exposure to chemical and/or stainless steel tanker markets.
• Strong understanding of tanker chartering practices including voyage chartering, time chartering, and contract of affreightment (COA).
• Proven ability to develop cargo relationships and negotiate charter party agreements.
• Good knowledge of global chemical trades, cargo flows, and regional market dynamics.
• Commercially driven with strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and highly competitive trading environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping Management, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.