Commercial Manager

3F Industries; Kakinada; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

3F Industries in Kakinada is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to independently run the edible oil terminal operations, including import/export activities, port coordination, warehouse management and asset protection.

The ideal candidate holds MBA or equivalent, with hands-on experience in edible oils and bulk liquid storage, and excels at coordinating with port authorities, customs, CHA agents, and transporters to optimize cost, quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• MBA or Post Graduate in Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Minimum relevant experience in edible oils, bulk liquid terminal operations, import/export, port operations and warehousing.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including port authorities, customs, brokers, and transporters.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day edible oil terminal operations including receipt, storage, handling and dispatch.
• Supervise bulk edible oil storage, tank farm operations and related facilities.
• Coordinate import/export operations through ports and liaise with Port Authorities, Customs Authorities, CHA Agents/Customs Brokers, Shipping Agents, Surveyors and Transporters.
• Monitor inventory, quality, storage losses and pilferage; ensure accurate records and cost control.
• Maintain records and prepare periodic reports for Management; coordinate with Finance, Commercial and Logistics.

Skills

Terminal operations

Logistics management

Import/Export coordination

Port operations

Vendor & asset management

MS Office & ERP/SAP

Education

MBA / Post Graduate in Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce

Post Graduate in Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Commerce

Tools

MS Office

ERP/SAP

Port/Customs documentation systems

Job description

Commercial Manager EDIBLE OILS, IMPORT & EXPORT OPERATIONS

Position: Commercial Manger.
Location: Kakinada
Age: 40 to 45 years

Qualification:

MBA / Post Graduate in Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce or a relevant discipline.

Experience:

Relevant experience in edible oils, bulk liquid terminal operations, import/export, port operations, warehousing and property management.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced and responsible Terminal Manager to independently manage the overall operations of an edible oil terminal, including import/export activities, port coordination, warehouse operations, property management, safe custody of company assets and cost control.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Terminal & Warehouse Operations

• Manage day-to-day operations of the edible oil terminal, including receipt, storage, handling and dispatch.
• Supervise bulk edible oil storage, tank farm operations and related facilities.
• Manage warehouses handling agricultural commodities such as rice, maize and other commodities.
• Monitor inventory, stock reconciliation, quality, storage losses and pilferage.

Import & Export Operations

• Coordinate import and export operations through ports.
• Liaise with Port Authorities, Customs Authorities, CHA Agents/Customs Brokers, Shipping Agents, Surveyors and Transporters.
• Monitor vessel arrival, berthing, loading/unloading, clearance and dispatch.
• Ensure timely completion of port and customs documentation and formalities.
• Monitor demurrage, detention, port and handling charges and take corrective measures to minimise costs.

Property & Asset Management

• Ensure safe custody, security and maintenance of company properties, terminal premises, warehouses, land, buildings and other assets.
• Monitor lease agreements, lease rentals, renewals and other property-related obligations.
• Maintain proper records of company properties and assets.
• Prevent unauthorised occupation, encroachment, damage or misuse of company property.

Cost Control & Administration

• Monitor day-to-day terminal expenditure and implement effective cost-control measures.
• Review transportation, storage, handling, port and other operational costs.
• Verify vendor/service provider bills before processing.
• Maintain operational records and submit periodic reports to Management.
• Coordinate with Finance, Commercial, Logistics, Legal, Purchase and other departments.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of terminal, warehouse, logistics and import/export operations.
• Experience in edible oil/bulk liquid storage and handling will be preferred.
• Good knowledge of port, customs and shipping procedures.
• Excellent liaisoning and communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office, ERP/SAP and computer applications.
• Strong leadership, administration, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage operations and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, accountability and responsibility for company assets.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Operational Efficiency | Import & Export Coordination | Inventory Control | Port & CHA Liaison | Property & Asset Protection | Cost Control | Statutory Compliance | Safety & Security

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate should be a mature, responsible and hands-on professional capable of independently managing terminal operations, coordinating with government/port authorities and external agencies, protecting company assets and ensuring efficient operations at optimum cost.