Operations Officer

Bunge; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch service

Pension

Holiday allowance

Urban sports membership

Job summary

Bunge Rotterdam is seeking an Operations Officer to own the execution of global commodity trade flows, coordinating with commercial teams and partners to ensure timely delivery and accurate documentation.

The role requires a proactive, detail‑oriented professional capable of handling time‑sensitive operations and occasional weekend work, with strong Excel skills and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Fluent English in spoken and written communication.
• Bachelor’s degree in logistics or supply chain preferred.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract execution and verify contracts prior to execution.
• Prepare and issue loading and documentary instructions per terms.
• Oversee stock management and monthly external stock reporting.
• Handle letters of credit and liaise with vessel agents.
• Ensure timely processing of accruals, invoices, and origin docs.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree (HBO) in Logistics

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

City : Rotterdam State : Zuid-Holland (NL-ZH) Country : Netherlands (NL) Requisition Number : 47750

Are you ready to take ownership of the execution of global commodity trade flows, ensuring seamless logistics and precise documentation from contract to payment? As an Operations Officer at Bunge, you will play a key role in managing the operational lifecycle of international trade transactions.

In this role, you act as the central coordinator between internal teams and global stakeholders, ensuring contracts are executed efficiently, risks are managed, and cargo flows smoothly across international supply chains. With multiple sub-departments and positions specialized in different areas, we can place our new joiners at each level of experience and with future opportunities to learn in their roles.

If you are a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a strong interest in trade execution and logistics, and you thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, we invite you to apply!

Your Future role at Bunge (Rotterdam – full-time)

Reporting directly to Team Lead Operations, you will independently manage trade execution activities, working closely with commercial teams, internal and external partners to ensure smooth and timely delivery of goods.

Given the dynamic nature of commodity trading, this role requires a self-starter with flexibility in working hours (working outside working hours and in the weekends) and a willingness to respond to time-sensitive operational demands.

In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of operational processes, including:

• Contract execution; thoroughly check commodity contracts prior and during execution. Timely sending contractual notices.
• Preparation and sending of loading and/or documentary instructions in accordance with applicable contract terms and regulations.
• Stock management internal and external storages;
• Monthly reporting of external stock levels;
• Dealing with customer complaints / quality + performance issues;
• Appointing cargo superintendents and fumigators;
• Handling letters of credit;
• Contact vessel agents and thoroughly check commodity contracts, as well as charter party terms;
• Assuring the correct processing of accruals and invoices;
• Timely presentation of prepared documentation (such as bill of lading and certificates of origin) are key in completing operations effectively;
• Putting logistical information into our system.

Candidate Profile: Your Skills & Experience

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in an operations role within an international business environment (recent graduates are welcomed to apply for a more junior role);
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy standards;
• Ability to prioritize and perform under pressure;
• Excellent communication skills across stakeholders and cultures;
• Proactive, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset.

Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (HBO), preferably in Logistics or Supply Chain Management;
• Affinity with trade execution and logistical settlement processes;
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills;
• Fluent in English (spoken and written);
• French is a strong plus.

What Bunge Offers

We offer a challenging and dynamic position within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network, where you will join a professional and stimulating environment with enthusiastic and driven colleagues. Our comprehensive offer includes:

1. Competitive Compensation & Benefits: A competitive salary package, an annual bonus scheme based on company results and individual performance,
2. An attractive and fully funded pension scheme, and an additional full month’s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance together with 27 holiday days a year (based on full-time employment).
3. Exceptional Learning & Growth Opportunities: This role is specifically designed for accelerated professional growth, providing a unique "learn by doing" experience at the forefront of global trade. You will gain broad exposure to various disciplines, with clear growth opportunities (e.g., expanding into new products or markets), and access to extensive internal and external training and development programs.
4. Modern Workspace & Perks: Our modern, inspiring office in the center of Rotterdam (adjacent to the Markthal and Blaak station) offers complimentary daily lunch service, a business laptop, and reimbursement for public transport travel.
5. Engaging Work Environment: Participate in annual company cultural and sport activities, such as the Harbour Run, football tournaments, and team-building events, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration. We also offer membership with Urban sports fully paid by the employer for 4 workouts a week.

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of :34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge