Chief Operating Officer (Seafood Brokerage)

HR Primo Management ServicesNavotas, Metro Manila, Philippines

7 days ago

Job description

The Chief Operating Officer (CEO) – Fish Brokerage serves as the chief executive leader of a major seafood trading and distribution organization in the Philippines. This position is responsible for directing the company’s strategic growth, operational excellence, and financial performance within the national fisheries and cold-chain sector.

The role oversees the entire fish brokerage and seafood trading process — from procurement and auction coordination to logistics, distribution, and client servicing — ensuring compliance with BFAR, DA, and LGU regulations. The CEO provides visionary leadership that strengthens the organization’s position as a trusted and competitive player in the Philippine seafood value chain.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Formulate and implement long-term strategies to enhance market presence and profitability.
Analyze domestic and export seafood market trends to guide pricing and sourcing decisions.
Represent the company in industry councils, trade associations, and government consultations.

Operations Oversight

Supervise end-to-end fish brokerage operations, including procurement, auction, and cold-chain logistics.

Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards set by BFAR and DA.

Streamline systems for fish classification, weighing, pricing, and settlement accuracy.

Financial & Business Management

Manage the organization’s P&L, controlling costs while maximizing profitability.

Oversee credit, collections, and remittances for vendors and buyers.

Implement transparent reporting and financial risk-management measures.

People & Culture Leadership

Lead managers, brokers, logistics teams, and support staff.

Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Ensure compliance with workplace safety and operational policies.

Partnership & Stakeholder Relations

Build and maintain relationships with fishing vessel owners, retailers, exporters, and port operators.

Negotiate pricing agreements and sourcing partnerships.

Resolve escalated concerns to maintain high service quality.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Fisheries, Maritime Logistics, or a related field (MBA preferred).

Minimum 10 years of senior-level experience in fish trading, brokerage, seafood logistics, or port operations.

Proven expertise in multi-stakeholder management and regulatory compliance (BFAR, LGU, DA).

Strong background in strategic planning, financial oversight, and business development.

Excellent leadership, negotiation, and crisis-management skills.

Highly adaptable and decisive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

What We Offer

Competitive executive compensation package with performance-based incentives

HMO and group life insurance coverage

Full government-mandated benefits

Company-provided tools, travel, and operational support

Professional training and leadership development opportunities

A stable and respected organization within the Philippine seafood and fisheries industry

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