At NORDEN, we are not just navigating the seas—we are innovators in global trade. Become a part of our 154-year-old start-up where innovative concepts meet effective implementation and your ideas contribute to a more sustainable and efficient shipping industry.
So, if you are an established Senior Chartering Manager, Chartering Manager or Broker looking for a fresh opportunity that emphasises purposeful engagement and substantial decision-making in a well-established company that offers considerable growth potential - NORDEN might be ideal for you.
What you will do and be part of
With over 150 years of heritage and a modern mindset at heart, NORDEN is one of the world’s leading operators in global shipping. We blend our rich history with innovative practices, applying digital solutions to address logistical challenges while prioritising sustainability and community well-being.
This position will place you in an engaged Supramax Chartering team in Copenhagen inspired by NORDEN’s core principles, where the role of data in our decisions is significant. Close collaboration and knowledge sharing across desks will enable you to be a skilled trader and ensure your professional growth.
You will be reporting to Chartering Lead, Supramax West.
Why you will enjoy working here
Culture is a cornerstone at NORDEN, so it is important that you find our culture the right match for you – and the other way around. You will enjoy working in NORDEN if you identify with below tasks and statements:
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Commercial excellence – You are driven by engaging with people, networking and commercial results.
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Resourceful & innovative work – Your ideas matter. We emphasise swift actions and welcome innovative ideas e.g. to increase earnings on own tonnage.
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Real business contributions – You will be involved in developing the area, establishing and maintaining external as well as internal relationships and by doing short-term contracts, tonnage and cargoes.
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Friendly culture – No silos, no egos. Just smart, collaborative people. You will especially collaborate closely with Operations Managers on ongoing voyages to effectively optimise results and ensure high-level service to clients.
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Purpose-driven work – Contribute to smarter, greener global trade.
What you bring
You do not need to know everything —we value curiosity and a growth mindset. But here’s what helps:
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A minimum of 5 years of experience within Dry Cargo Chartering – but more is not an obstacle. Could be as a Senior Chartering Manager, Chartering Manager, Broker or similar.
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An experienced background within follow areas: Trading and optimising earnings on tonnage and cargoes.
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A basic understanding of hedging and FFA.
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Self-motivation and a trading focus, comfortable taking decisive actions.
Application
Please upload your English written application, resume, transcript and other relevant documents through our website as soon as possible and no later than 23 July 2025. We review applications and interview candidates on an ongoing basis.
We will do our best to get back to you at least within five working days after the application deadline.
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We look forward to hearing from you.
Our company
NORDEN is a global provider of ocean-based freight services for bulk and project cargo of all sizes. We integrate freight solutions with port logistics, helping our customers to optimise and decarbonise supply chains. We provide tailored solutions based on flexibility, reliability and intelligence. Our agile business model ensures stability by continuously adapting our fleet to market developments and customer needs.
Founded in 1871, NORDEN is one of Denmark’s oldest internationally operating shipping companies. Incorporated in Denmark, we are listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen as a part of the OMX Nordic Large Cap index.
With 19 offices across 6 continents, NORDEN is a truly integrated part of global trade.