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Head of Chartering - Container Shipping

Head of Chartering - Container Shipping

Morgan McKinleySingapore, Pedra Branca, Singapore
27 days ago
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The Client and Job Scope :

Our Client is a leading container shipping carrier with global presence. They are looking for a commercially driven Chartering Head to lead its chartering desk. The role reports to the CEO and will focus on working hand in hand with the leadership team to manage time charters (in and out), oversee fleet strategy, and ensure access to the right vessels to support network needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead time charter negotiations and executions, both for chartering in and out container vessels
  • Maintain up-to-date visibility on market availability, vessel specs, and pricing trends
  • Identify tonnage opportunities in line with operational planning and commercial targets
  • Build and sustain relationships with brokers, owners, and key players in the container chartering market
  • Coordinate closely with internal planning, trade, and operations teams to align chartering activity with network demands
  • Advise on fleet planning and newbuilding strategy based on long-term chartering needs
  • Keep close track of upcoming vessel redeliveries, open positions, and market capacity shifts
  • Engage with shipyards and monitor availability of build slots for new tonnage
  • Represent the company in high-level chartering discussions, ensuring competitive positioning and favorable terms

Qualifications

  • At least 15 years’ experience in container chartering with a carrier or reputable owner / operator
  • Strong knowledge of time charter structures, container vessel types, and commercial deal-making
  • Solid network across brokers, owners, and shipyards within the container segment
  • Experience with newbuild projects and charter planning for fleet renewal or expansion
  • Sharp understanding of market cycles, vessel economics, and capacity planning
  • Morgan McKinley Pte Ltd

    EA Licence No : 11C5502

    EA Registration No. : R23116117

    Seniority level

    Seniority level

    Executive

    Employment type

    Employment type

    Full-time

    Job function

    Job function

    Supply Chain, Business Development, and Strategy / Planning

    Industries

    Maritime Transportation, Shipbuilding, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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