Operations & Shipping Manager - Agriculture
Our client is seeking an experienced Operations & Shipping Manager to oversee end-to-end factory logistics, shipping operations, warehouse activities, and inbound supply coordination for a large-scale refining complex in Sumatra. The role will play a critical leadership function in ensuring seamless export operations, operational continuity, and cross-border logistics execution while being groomed for future Factory Manager succession.
Our client is a well-established Southeast Asian industrial and agribusiness group with strong regional expertise in refining and export operations. The company is currently expanding its integrated processing and logistics footprint in Indonesia, operating a newly developed large-scale manufacturing and export facility with significant long-term growth plans.
Description
- Lead day-to-day operations across shipping, logistics, warehouse, weighbridge, inbound material flow, and jetty activities
- Ensure smooth coordination of export and domestic shipment operations, including vessel scheduling and cargo readiness
- Manage bonded zone operational activities and ensure compliance with shipping and trade documentation requirements
- Coordinate closely with commercial teams, buyers, and regional stakeholders to ensure timely product delivery and contract fulfillment
- Oversee operational continuity of inbound raw material movement into the plant and mitigate disruptions impacting production activities
- Monitor warehouse operations, tank farm movement, dispatch activities, and logistics execution
- Ensure all shipping documentation, certifications, and regulatory requirements are completed accurately and on time
- Drive process improvements, operational efficiency, and system enhancement initiatives across operations and shipping functions
- Lead and develop operational teams while strengthening cross-functional coordination between plant operations and supply chain stakeholders
- Support future expansion projects and contribute to broader operational leadership initiatives within the manufacturing complex
Profile
- Experience in logistics, shipping, or supply chain within manufacturing
- Exposure to export operations and international logistics coordination, including Jetty operations
- Knowledge of shipping documentation and compliance processes
- Familiar with warehousing, inbound flow, or port-related activities
- Strong leadership in managing operational and cross-functional teams
- Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable in a dynamic environment
- Background in industrial or process-driven industries preferred
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, problem-solving mindset
Job Offer
- Opportunity to join a high-growth regional manufacturing platform with long-term leadership progression
- Exposure to end-to-end supply chain operations, from inbound raw materials to global exports
- Involvement in a high-growth manufacturing site with ongoing expansion plans
- Hands-on leadership role managing both plant operations and port/jetty activities