Assistant Trade Manager

• 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.