Assistant Trade Manager

Location
Hong Kong
Workplace
On-site

About this role

  • Support the development and execution of trade strategies in alignment with Line Management direction.
  • Assist in achieving P&L targets through commercial initiatives such as cargo mix and corridor optimization.
  • Coordinate with country teams to implement marketing plans and ensure alignment with trade objectives.
  • Communicate company updates, policies, and procedures to internal stakeholders and sales channels.
  • Analyze customer segments (e.g., BCOs, forwarders, short-term and long-term customers) to support targeted business development.
  • Monitor customer performance and assist in maintaining tier structures to enhance customer loyalty.
  • Collect and analyze trade volume data to assess market positioning and trends.
  • Conduct market and competitor analysis to support trade performance and strategy adjustments.
  • Assist in pricing activities by gathering data on market conditions, utilization, and customer insights.
  • Support tender management processes in line with company guidelines.
  • Help maintain tariff structures, surcharges, and other revenue streams such as demurrage and local charges.
  • Monitor sales pipelines and booking trends to support vessel utilization optimization.
  • Work closely with Country Trade teams to track performance and support sales initiatives.
  • Prepare reports, analysis, and presentations for management review.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the shipping, logistics, or supply chain industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
  • Exposure to trade management, pricing, or commercial functions is preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making.
  • Proficiency in MS Office; experience with BI tools or data analytics platforms is a plus.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks under tight timelines.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn with a growth mindset.
  • Good command of written and spoken English and Cantonese (Mandarin is an advantage).

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