logistic manager

ACMEY RESOURCES TRADING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent commodities trading company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to oversee logistics for physical commodities. You will manage end-to-end logistics execution, coordinate with traders and other stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations. A strong background in logistics within the commodities trading sector, familiarity with shipping terms, and proficiency in Chinese are essential. This position demands strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of logistics/operations experience in commodities trading.
• Strong hands-on experience in physical commodities logistics.
• Solid understanding of Incoterms and trade documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics execution for physical commodities from contract to delivery.
• Coordinate with traders, suppliers, and shipping lines.
• Oversee vessel nominations and shipping schedules.

Skills

Logistics management

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving ability

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency in Chinese

Job description

Logistics Manager

Commodities Trading | Singapore

A well-established and fast-growing Singapore-based commodities trading company is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to support and scale its regional and international trading operations.

This role is critical to ensuring the smooth execution of end-to-end physical commodities flows, working closely with traders, counterparties, shipping lines, inspectors, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end logistics execution for physical commodities, from contract to final delivery.
• Coordinate with traders, operations, suppliers, customers, shipping lines, surveyors, and port agents.
• Oversee vessel nominations, shipping schedules, chartering coordination, and cargo documentation.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of shipping, customs, and trade documentation (BL, invoices, packing lists, COO, etc.).
• Monitor and manage logistics costs, demurrage, laytime, and claims.
• Work closely with finance and trade finance teams to support LC, document presentation, and payment cycles.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, Incoterms, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and risk management.
• Support regional logistics activities across Asia and international trade routes.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5–10 years of logistics / operations experience within a commodities trading house, shipping company, or trading arm.
• Strong hands‑on experience in physical commodities logistics (e.g. energy, metals, agri, bulk or soft commodities).
• Solid understanding of Incoterms, shipping terms, trade documentation, and port operations.
• Proven experience handling vessels, bulk shipments, or containerised cargo.
• Familiarity with demurrage, laytime calculations, and claims management.
• Ability to work closely with traders in a fast‑paced, P&L‑driven environment.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and problem‑solving ability.
• Proficient in Chinese, able to talk to Chinese shipowners.