Commercial Officer

**About Us**:
Working with Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) means partnering with one of the world’s leading third-party ship managers.

As a multinational, family-owned business, we celebrate a culture of togetherness. Caring for and learning from each other is at the base of our success. Our superpower is our diversity. The wealth of more than 80 nationalities and diverse expert knowledge boosts our capacity to innovate and take industry standards to the next level.

The BSM family includes over 20,000 seafarers and 2,000 shore-based staff in more than 30 locations and across the oceans. Together, we move a fleet of over 600 vessels and help hundreds of ship owners trade cargo all around the world safely and efficiently. We see it as our highest responsibility to operate with greatest respect to the integrity of the environment, the vessels, and our people.

Are you interested in exciting career opportunities, personal growth, and great development options in an international fast-paced working environment? Then join the BSM family

We’re looking forward to meeting you

**Job Objective**

The Commercial Officer plays a key role in the overall commercial operation. He/she is responsible for assisting towards the smooth operation of the Commercial Department.
- Coordinating visit request from Suppliers.
- Providing administrative assistance.
- Participating in undertaking and executing special tasks / projects as requested by the Management.

**Key Accountabilities**

Support BSM Group's Strategy
- Maintain the Department filing systems.
- Maintain a customer complaints log.
- Maintain database of contracted supplier’s details (incl. Vendor Request Form).
- Maintaining database of evaluations received from Members on contracted suppliers.
- Ensuring that all Member and Supplier agreements are filled, archived and available at all times.
- Maintain department working list with updated information on all Members / Clients / Vessels /Contacts.
- Responsible for collecting all fleet changes of Members and submit to Commercial Manager forfurther action.
- Ensuring that the vessels information and fleet lists of Members are kept updated and circulated to relevant parties.
- Ensuring distribution lists are up to date and available at all times.
- Assist Commercial Manager in preparing all tender documents.
- Develop, maintain, analyse and report statistical data to Commercial Manager reflecting activity with contracted suppliers.
- Prepare and maintain benchmarking records between suppliers/potential suppliers upon request.
- Take and distribute minutes of meetings.
- Assist in tender evaluation as per direction given, as and when required.
- Undertake additional task as assigned from time to time.

**Requirements**:
Education & Qualifications
- BA/BS in computer science related field or equivalent experience

Work Experience
- 1 to 2 years relevant work experience in similar role.
- Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Job Specific Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.
- Basic mathematical/statistical knowledge.
- Attention to detail & strong emphasis on accuracy.
- Good organizational skills and ability to work within a team.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously to meet goals and deadlines.
- Excellent command of the English Language (any additional languages will be considered as an advantage).

**Benefits**:

- On-the-job training
- First-hand exposure to the growing maritime technological industry
- Diverse workforce
- Technology-driven company
- Be a part of the ever-growing Schulte group family