Assistant Sales Manager at an International Shipping and Logistics Organization in Myanmar

Job Description

Assistant Sales Manager at an International Shipping and Logistics Organization in Myanmar

• Responsible for supporting sales operations, pricing coordination, customer engagement, and commercial performance across assigned accounts and trade lanes
• Salary up to 2,500,000 MMK 

The Role

This is an ideal role for a commercial or sales operations professional with experience in shipping or logistics who is looking to expand their responsibilities in a dynamic liner environment. The position focuses on customer engagement, pricing support, internal coordination, and market intelligence, working closely with both local and regional stakeholders in a fast-paced and performance-driven setting.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established international shipping organization operating in Myanmar, providing comprehensive container shipping and logistics solutions to local and multinational customers, with strong regional and global network coverage.

Description

• Engage customers through sales calls, emails, and regular sales visits; maintain accurate visit reports and activity tracking in Salesforce
• Support pricing negotiations, prepare and confirm quotations, and manage booking-related activities in coordination with internal teams
• Coordinate Rate Filing Agreement (RFA) requests, approvals, and system filings using OPUS and Tiger
• Liaise with Trade, Customer Service & Vessel Control (CSVC), Credit & Accounting (C/A), CASO, and offshore teams to resolve pricing, booking, and rating issues efficiently
• Promote e-commerce services, including online booking platforms, Salesforce utilization, and other digital sales tools
• Monitor space utilization and support booking release and allocation processes to optimize vessel fill
• Handle special operational and commercial cases such as long-stay containers, re-export or re-shipment cargo, audits, disputes, and cargo abandonment
• Ensure compliance with company SOPs and proactively prevent dummy or non-compliant bookings prior to vessel departure
• Share market intelligence, competitor movements, and pricing insights to support sales strategies and overall team performance
• Prepare reports, analyses, and presentations for management review, including updates to relevant Trade management at RHQ/GHQ level

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics, Sales, or a related field (preferred)
• Experience in sales operations, pricing, or commercial roles; shipping or logistics industry experience is an advantage
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce, OPUS, Tiger, Looker, or similar commercial and reporting systems is preferred
• Strong communication, negotiation, and cross-functional coordination skills
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and well-organized with strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Training and exposure to regional and global commercial teams

Career Growth Opportunities

A strong opportunity to build a long-term commercial career within an international shipping organization, offering exposure to trade management, regional coordination, and advanced sales operations with clear pathways for future career progression

For more information, contact Derek Aung on Telegram at @Derek9000