We have ambitions to further grow and develop our dry bulk activities and are looking for our new Head of Dry Bulk. This role is crucial for the further success of KGJS's and will be a key member in the senior management team. The position reports to CEO and workplace will be KGJS Headquarter in Bergen.
The right candidate is passionate about the dry bulk markets and thrives when developing business opportunities.
Main responsibilities:
- Overall responsibility for commercial management and business development of KGJS’ Dry Bulk segment
- Drive the development of KGJS dry bulk business, including but not limited to sale and purchase, newbuilding opportunities, market intelligence, business relations
- Ensure the best possible employment of the KGJS dry bulk fleet
- Manage Forward Freight Agreement (FFA) as part of dry bulk commercial platform.
- Develop market views, including short and long-term market forecasts
- Head of dry bulk commercial departments
- Member of the KGJS management team
- Regular reporting of results and forecasts
The ideal candidate has the following qualifications, abilities and experience:
- Have a strong commercial mindset, analytical skills and attention to detail
- Able to identify and pursue commercial opportunities which contribute to business growth and profitability
- Want to make an impact, convince and persuade others, and promote plans and ideas successfully
- Have strong interpersonal skills and manage to build positive relationships at all levels internally as well as externally
- Have excellent negotiation skills with good understanding of contractual terms and conditions
- Educational background is not as important as your business sense and your understanding of the commercial aspects in the dry bulk business
- Irrespective of your background, we expect that you have solid knowledge about the dry bulk industry, shipping trends and thoroughly understands customer drivers, needs and requirements
KGJS can offer:
- An interesting and challenging position in a well-established international company
- A role that is vital for the company’s success in the dry bulk segment
- A competent and professional organization
- Good working environment with focus on employee’s wellness
- Open and inclusive company culture
- Competitive compensation package
- Modern office premises in Central Bergen
Diversity:
- KGJS strives for an equal gender balance and diversity, and we encourage applications from candidates with the right skills and motivation to apply.
Please upload your resume and a letter of motivation at www.bonesvirik.no as soon as possible, and no later than
October 23rd. All applications will be treated with confidentiality. For more information please contact Atle Bønes, mobile: 928 89 420, or Liv Braathen, mobile: 488 49 499, both Partners in Bønes Virik AS.