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About us

Damen Trading & Chartering is the brokerage and charter company within the Damen Shipyards Group. We support the newbuild sales department and its clients by introducing new vessel concepts and developing markets through (temporary) Damen vessel ownership. Our business forms a symbiotic relationship with other Damen entities and clients.

Through Damen Trading & Chartering, we offer brokerage services for used vessels and trade-in possibilities against new Damen vessels. Our office is located in Gorinchem, at the head office of the Damen Shipyards Group in the Netherlands.

The role

As a Sales Engineer Used Vessels, you will be responsible for all aspects of chartering and selling second-hand vessels on a daily basis. The department’s primary responsibility is to ensure the profitable employment of the charter fleet and to develop new business opportunities. You will work closely with our operations department to ensure the timely and accurate execution of charter and sales contracts.

You will need to develop comprehensive skills in both charter and brokerage projects, as well as contract knowledge. Conducting technical inspections as an independent surveyor to determine the condition, sales price, and any necessary modification costs will be essential. Initially, we will guide you with the aim of training you to become an independently working Sales Engineer.

Key accountabilities

• Prepare, submit, and follow up on offers.
• Monitor market developments, conditions, and charter rates.
• Identify opportunities for Damen-built vessels.
• Draft and negotiate BIMCO contracts.
• Handle post-fixture activities and coordinate with operations staff, clients, captains, agents, and brokers.
• Visit projects, clients, and vessels as required, and report your findings, including possible operational and technical improvements.

Skills & experience

For this position, we are looking for a person with a technical background and a commercial mindset:

• Technical education, preferably MAROF, but shipbuilding, mechanical engineering, or other technical backgrounds are also considered.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience in the maritime industry, such as Marine Surveyor, Chief Engineer, or Superintendent.
• Proactive and independent approach, with the ability to work in a structured manner.
• Good knowledge of Dutch (must) and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel abroad.

What we offer

At Damen we realize that supporting and managing talented individuals is of great importance. We understand that the key to success is to find the right person for the right job. That is why we continuously invest in your development.

Damen offers you:

• a dynamic international working environment focusing on technology and innovation;
• a competitive salary;
• at least 40 days of annual leave;
• flexibility with a homeworking policy;
• profit sharing & pension allowance;
• continuous focus on professional and personal development through our Damen Academy;
• an active social environment such as events and sports;
• working in a family environment.

Do you see yourself working as a Sales Engineer for Used Vessels? Are you willing to commit to this small team and learn from your experiences colleagues? We are looking forward to read your resume and motivation.

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Recruiter:

Ankie van Hees

Email:

ankie.van.hees@damen.com

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