Roles & Responsibilities
About ESL
We are ESL , one of the fastest-growing regional shipping lines, with a global reach and strong commercial roots in Asia and the Middle East. This role is focused on Asia–Americas trade lanes, we blend deep regional knowledge with precise global execution. Our lean structure means your decisions are visible in the bottom line — fast.
The Role
We're seeking a seasoned trade leader to own and shape our Transpacific and Latin American trades from strategy to execution. This role is truly a mix of big-picture strategy and hands‑on delivery :
- One day you’re helping craft a 3‑year strategic roadmap
- Another day you’re setting and executing pricing strategy or helping to negotiate contracts with vendors or terminals
- You're just as comfortable in Excel models as you are leading cross‑functional strategy forums
If you thrive on both the vision-setting and the nuts-and-bolts execution , this is an opportunity to build a future-facing trade organisation — with immediate impact.
Key Responsibilities
Set and execute the full commercial and operational strategy for Transpacific and Latin American trade lanesLead pricing, yield, forecasting, equipment planning, and P&L accountabilityWork with terminals, agents, vendors, partners and manage critical external partnershipsCollaborate closely with Sales, Network, Procurement, Operations, and Finance to ensure seamless executionContribute significantly to company-wide strategic planning and trade positioningMentor and build a lean, high-performing team — balancing strategy, operations, and executionBe both a thought leader and a doer — driving results with data, insight, and real-world follow-throughRequirements
15+ years in container shipping — ideally within a carrier environmentDeep experience in Transpacific and / or Latin American markets , both commercially and operationallyA hybrid thinker : you can set direction and roll up your sleeves to executeStrategic mindset, strong communicator, comfortable managing vendor negotiations and commercial complexitiesPassionate about learning and building — not just managing — the businessBased in Singapore (or willing to relocate), and fully engaged with ESL’s global ambitionsWhy Join ESL?
A global shipping line based in Dubai , growing rapidly with a focus on regional connectivityA Singapore-based role that blends strategic influence and operational ownershipA platform to own the storyline — shaping trade performance, strategy, and long-term successBig-learning and exposure across all parts of shipping — from negotiation to planning to executionTell employers what skills you have
Negotiation
Forecasting
Strategic Planning
Sales
Pricing Strategy
Strategy
ESL
Procurement
Team Management
Accountability
Excel
Team Leader
Driving Results
Team Player
Pricing
Shipping