Freight Trader (m/f/d)

Hamburg

Full-time

Permanent employee

About the role

PETER DÖHLE Schiffahrts-KG is a provider of global maritime services with roots in Hamburg and offices worldwide. We see ourselves as a company group rich in tradition yet future-oriented. To support our Dry Bulk Division at the next possible time, we are looking for a Freight Trader (m/f/d).
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Your tasks and responsibilities
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Identify, evaluate and execute profitable freight trading opportunities across global Dry Bulk markets with focus on geared tonnage
Develop and originate new business opportunities with charterers, cargo interests, brokers and shipowners
Charter vessels and negotiate commercial transactions in support of trading activities
Monitor freight markets, vessel supply, cargo flows and market developments to identify opportunities and risks
Manage freight positions, market exposure and commercial performance
Analyse voyage calculations, TCEs, bunker costs and market fundamentals to support trading decisions
Utilise FFAs and other risk management instruments where appropriate
Build and maintain long-term relationships with market participants across the shipping and commodity sectors
Work closely within a Team across our global Dry Bulk platform in Hamburg and Singapore

Your profile

Proven experience in freight trading, chartering and hedging
Strong understanding of freight markets, voyage economics and shipping fundamentals
Established network within the shipping and commodity markets
Strong commercial judgement and entrepreneurial mindset
Excellent analytical and numerical skills
Ability to identify opportunities and develop business independently
Confident negotiator with strong relationship management skills
Collaborative team player with an international outlook

Our benefits

You will join a close-knit, ambitious team where you will have the opportunity to take real ownership and make an impact and jointly shape the business.
We offer a broad and commercially focused role with plenty of responsibility, short decision-making processes and direct access to senior management. You will work in an international shipping environment with colleagues across our offices and have the opportunity to grow your skills and career through tailored development and training.
Our Hamburg office is located directly on the River Elbe and offers an excellent working environment, including an on-site gym and company restaurant.
In addition, we offer a competitive compensation package together with a range of benefits covering financial security, mobility and everyday life.

We would like to welcome you on board!

Do you think the position matches your expectations? Then we look forward to receiving your application, either online via the application form or by e-mail.
Please state your salary expectations and the earliest possible starting date.

If you have any questions, Jan Wichers, our Recruiting Specialist, will be happy to help you: career@doehle.de

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Über uns

Als familiengeführte Unternehmensgruppe ist Döhle seit fast 70 Jahren ein verlässlicher Partner in der maritimen Branche. Mit rund 5.000 Mitarbeitenden weltweit - an Bord und an unseren Standorten u.a. in Hamburg, Singapur, Manila und auf der Isle of Man - umfassen unsere Geschäftsfelder zahlreiche Services für den sicheren und effizienten Betrieb von Seeschiffen. Zu unseren Kernkompetenzen gehören das technische Management, die Befrachtung, die Versicherung, der An- und Verkauf von Schiffen sowie vielfältige weitere maritime Dienstleistungen.

Werden Sie Teil des Döhle-Teams und bringen Sie Ihr Know-how in einem international sowie kollegial geprägten Umfeld ein! Für die Peter Döhle Schiffahrts-KG an unserem Hauptsitz in Hamburg.