Are you an experienced Commercial Head from a shipping line and responsible for Pan-Asia business with strong operational excellence and stakeholder relationships background?
This is an excellent role to be part of a growing shipping company and play a pivotal role in their Pan- Asia markets.
Role and Responsibilities :
Market Intelligence & Service Optimization
- Monitor and resolve service utilization issues for ex-India operations
- Track market rate trends, demand patterns, and competitive movements
- Maintain awareness of competitor strengths, weaknesses, and strategic positioning
- Provide timely market insights and strategic recommendations to Trade Managers on identified threats and opportunities
Capacity Management
Proactively manage supply-side dynamics to prevent over / under capacity scenariosDevelop advance strategies for seasonal demand peaks and low-volume periodsPropose preventive and corrective measures to address market challenges and opportunitiesBusiness Development & Sales
Drive revenue growth beyond existing service port-pairs through Pan-Asia product offeringsLeverage Through Bill of Lading (Through B / L) options to expand network reachIdentify and develop third-party buy-sell opportunities to increase market shareFocus on value-based selling, including revenue per metric ton optimization and special cargo developmentStakeholder Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with Main Line Operator (MLO) and Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) senior leadershipBalance external customer demands with internal trade stakeholder expectationsCollaborate with industry peers to support rate stability and General Rate Increase (GRI) initiativesRequirements :
Educational Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience :
Bachelor's degree in Commerce or related field (required). MBA in Sales & Marketing (preferred)15+ years in sales and marketing within the shipping / logistics industryMinimum 4-5 years of team leadership and management experienceProven track record in technical sales beyond rate-based negotiationsStrong leadership and team management capabilitiesGoal-oriented approach with demonstrated success in market share growthTechnical proficiency in container shipping operations and cargo typesExcellent relationship-building skills at senior executive levelsStrategic thinking with ability to anticipate market movementsWillingness to travel regularly to relevant locations across the region