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