SVP/VP, Supply Chain Finance
Job Purpose & Objectives
We seek an experienced and self-driven professional from the financial services industry to join our team in Singapore. The selected candidate will lead and grow the supply chain finance(“SCF”) business of the Bank by developing and maintaining relationships with corporate customers, growing the business in terms of asset size, taking P&L responsibility for the business and ensuring high credit quality of the supply chain finance portfolio both in the region and on a global basis.
Responsible for spearheading marketing efforts and initiating commercial activities related to third party SCF/ receivables platforms, increase the intra-Asia trade flow and extend our global SCF capabilities into Asia, with the ultimate goals of increasing revenues, enhancing profitability, and maximizing the volume of Trade Finance in the region and on global basis.
Key Responsibilities
Establish a solid portfolio of both corporate and financial institution accounts in the SCF business segment in Asia, with a close collaboration with third party platforms.
Working closely with client relationship team on global basis, to the provide professional SCF or trade finance solutions.
Develop the portfolio by prospecting new clients and offering suitable supply chain financing services to existing customers; Achieve various individual business targets and contribute to the team performance
Foster an effective partnership with other team members to provide excellent team support to our clients’ requirements in Asia
Conduct due diligence and monitor potential transactions
Prepare credit proposals for approval by the Credit team
Conduct regular portfolio review and take proactive measures to ensure credit quality
Provide guidance, coaching and support for teammates where required
Update the team and Management on any changes on the local market especially on the SCF area.
Qualification & Experience
A university degree in business, finance or related field
At least 10 years solid experience in SCF transactions with a financial institution with strong background on trade finance banking products
Good knowledge of products and trends in SCF products and general corporate banking products and services
Familiarity with general banking operations and related legal and regulatory requirements
Previous exposure to preparation of credit proposals
Strong connection in the local banking industry and leading core buyers in Asia
Proven business origination and structuring capabilities, with insurance covered transaction structure is an advantage
Highly results driven
With trade finance experience in other Asian countries is an advantage
A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, good negotiation skills, ability to close deals and able to work under pressure
Able to work in a matrix reporting structure, multi-functional and cross-cultural environment
Excellent communications skills with fluency in English and Mandarin, ability to speak Spanish would be advantageous but not required
Knowledge in ESG/green product structuring is a plus
Education
Bachelor's degree or above; Master’s degree is preferred
Language
Fluent in English and Chinese
Other Skills (e.g. Interpersonal, Communication etc)
Customer-oriented
Able to work in a multi-functional and cross-cultural environment
Pro-active, self-motivated, fast learner
Able to work independently with minimum supervision
A team player able to work in a fast-paced environment
High integrity
If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your full CV to [email protected]
Job Purpose & Objectives
● We seek an experienced and self-driven professional from the financial services industry to join our team in Singapore. The selected candidate will lead and grow the supply chain finance(“SCF”) business of the Bank by developing and maintaining relationships with corporate customers, growing the business in terms of asset size, taking P&L responsibility for the business and ensuring high credit quality of the supply chain finance portfolio both in the region and on a global basis.
● Responsible for spearheading marketing efforts and initiating commercial activities related to third party SCF/ receivables platforms, increase the intra-Asia trade flow and extend our global SCF capabilities into Asia, with the ultimate goals of increasing revenues, enhancing profitability, and maximizing the volume of Trade Finance in the region and on global basis.
Key Responsibilities
● Establish a solid portfolio of both corporate and financial institution accounts in the SCF business segment in Asia, with a close collaboration with third party platforms.
● Working closely with client relationship team on global basis, to the provide professional SCF or trade finance solutions.
● Develop the portfolio by prospecting new clients and offering suitable supply chain financing services to existing customers; Achieve various individual business targets and contribute to the team performance
● Foster an effective partnership with other team members to provide excellent team support to our clients’ requirements in Asia
● Conduct due diligence and monitor potential transactions
● Prepare credit proposals for approval by the Credit team
● Conduct regular portfolio review and take proactive measures to ensure credit quality
● Provide guidance, coaching and support for teammates where required
● Update the team and Management on any changes on the local market especially on the SCF area.
Qualification & Experience
● A university degree in business, finance or related field
● At least 10 years solid experience in SCF transactions with a financial institution with strong background on trade finance banking products
● Good knowledge of products and trends in SCF products and general corporate banking products and services
● Familiarity with general banking operations and related legal and regulatory requirements
● Previous exposure to preparation of credit proposals
● Strong connection in the local banking industry and leading core buyers in Asia
● Proven business origination and structuring capabilities, with insurance covered transaction structure is an advantage
● Highly results driven
● With trade finance experience in other Asian countries is an advantage
● A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, good negotiation skills, ability to close deals and able to work under pressure
● Able to work in a matrix reporting structure, multi-functional and cross-cultural environment
● Excellent communications skills with fluency in English and Mandarin, ability to speak Spanish would be advantageous but not required
● Knowledge in ESG/green product structuring is a plus
Education
● Bachelor's degree or above; Master’s degree is preferred
Language
● Fluent in English and Chinese
Other Skills (e.g. Interpersonal, Communication etc)
● Customer-oriented
● Able to work in a multi-functional and cross-cultural environment
● Pro-active, self-motivated, fast learner
● Able to work independently with minimum supervision
● A team player able to work in a fast-paced environment
● High integrity
If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your full CV to [email protected]