Responsibilities
- Implement annual contracting and procurement strategies for circa ~700kte of bulk cargo movements, managing contracts and ensuring compliance.
- Regional logistics optimization and operations, including coordination with the commercial team and export-capable joint ventures.
- Accountable for logistics activities in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, controlling annual costs of USD 50m with sales value exceeding USD 500m.
- Network with brokers, shipowners, and industry partners for up-to-date market intelligence and competitive freight rates.
- Optimize shipping costs, resolve operational matters, and participate in business development projects.
Key Accountabilities:
- Implement regional logistics strategies for competitive freight rates and efficient supply-demand balance.
- Schedule vessel and vessel space for shipping deliveries.
- Maintain and develop relationships with suppliers, agents, customers, and shipbrokers.
- Assist commercial and supplying sites’ teams and facilitate the Order-to-Cash process.
- Oversee freight costs, handle demurrage claims, and identify areas for improvement.
Ideal Qualifications
- BSc holder or proven experience in practical or applicable work scope is acceptable.
- Minimum of 8-10 + years’ experience in areas involving supply chain planning, marine logistics (bulk liquid) activities and vessel chartering.
- Experience in vessel chartering or liquid bulk logistics is a must.
- Willingness to learn