Bunker Trader

Sing Fuels

Bunker Trader managing the representative office of a Global Energy Trading Company in Asia. Responsible for developing business and maintaining client relationships in the bunker industry.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeRemote • ⛩ Anywhere in AsiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As a Bunker Trader you will be stationed either in the home or host country and operate company’s representative office as a separate P/L
You are expected to have an existing client base where you sell based on personal relationships and ensure continued patronage from both customers and local suppliers
Have a sound understanding of the International Bunker business (Ports / Suppliers / Owners / Charterers / Regulations)
Developing new business is a key role of the Bunker Trader and so you will be someone who has a keen interest in the Marine industry and is able to carry out analysis and monitor demands around the world
You must continually research the market and look for new opportunities to expand the business
You will regard cold canvassing as a part of your working day, be a goal oriented individual
In addition we are looking for a team player with strong ambition and self-drive
Daily duties will include active brokering / trading on behalf of clients ensuring optimum rates that benefit both the company and the client
You will be required to prepare and process quotations, sales enquiries, sales confirmation and prepare contracts
As a Bunker Trading you will also be required to monitor customers’ payments and ensure late payments are chased
In the event of any disagreements or claims, the Bunker Trader is required to manage any claims arising and assist with legal actions involving customers or suppliers
As a Bunker Trader you may have to work outside of normal working hours and so a degree of flexibility is an advantage
You will be managing your own P/L

Requirements

What you’ll need

You are required to have had previous experience in a Bunker Trader position with an International Bunker Trading Company or a Physical Supplied
You will be required to have been educated to a high standard and hold a degree qualification or equivalent in Shipping
As a Bunker Trader you will need to be organised and capable of maintaining CRM (customer relationship management) systems and good general administrative skills
You must be outgoing and have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
You must be able to present information to clients in a concise manner and have a good sales technique
A Bunker Trader is required to negotiate rates with suppliers and so you must have strong negotiation skills and a good understanding of the shipping industry
You must be able to work as part of a team and be able to support other team members as and when required
At ease with working in a multicultural environment and ability to interact effectively with individuals of all level in the organization.
Professional presence and absolute integrity
A Bunker Trader must be familiar with standard industry computer programs eg Microsoft Word, Excel, etc

Benefits

Comp & perks

Exciting incentive structure awaits.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Bunker TradingMarket AnalysisSales Quotation PreparationContract PreparationNegotiationPayment MonitoringClaims ManagementShipping Industry KnowledgeCold CanvassingP/L Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam PlayerGoal OrientedOutgoing PersonalityProfessional Integrity

Certifications

Degree in Shipping or Equivalent