Operations Executive

Yara International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Yara Singapore seeks a logistics professional to manage end-to-end container supply execution across markets. You will coordinate orders, bookings, and documentation, monitor shipments and resolve issues to ensure on-time delivery with full visibility.

The role requires 3–4 years in supply chain operations, strong knowledge of shipment flow, SAP GTM or similar ERP, and proficient Excel use for dashboards and tracking. This is a full-time on-site position based in Singapore.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years experience in end-to-end supply chain execution.
• Experience in container shipment handling, order fulfilment and logistics coordination.
• Strong understanding of shipment flow from order to delivery.
• Experience with SAP GTM or similar ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end container supply execution for assigned markets, including order coordination, supply allocation follow-up, booking, shipment monitoring, documentation readiness and final delivery alignment.
• Ensure supply continuity by identifying delays, short shipments, documentation issues, customs challenges, port congestion and disruptions with escalation and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Planning, Project, Pricing, Finance and country supply chain teams to align market requirements and ensure smooth execution.
• Work with external vendors to plan shipments, coordinate booking, follow documentation and resolve delivery issues.
• Maintain OTIF performance with timely updates and accurate shipment tracking and risk reporting.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, Incoterms, trade regulations and approval controls throughout the supply process.
• Drive continuous improvement to simplify processes and reduce operational risks.

Skills

End-to-end supply chain

SAP GTM

Shipment tracking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Excel

Education

Diploma/degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

ERP systems

Excel dashboards

Job description

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About The Unit

Yara grows knowledge to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet, to fulfill our vision of a collaborative society, a world without hunger and a planet respected. To meet these commitments, we have taken the lead in developing digital farming tools for precision farming and work closely with partners throughout the whole food value chain to develop more climate-friendly crop nutrition solutions. In addition, we are committed to working towards sustainable mineral fertilizer production. We foster an open culture of diversity and inclusion that promotes the safety and integrity of our employees, contractors, business partners, and society at large. Founded in 1905 to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has a worldwide presence of about 17,000 employees and operations in over 60 countries.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end container supply execution for assigned markets, including order coordination, supply allocation follow-up, booking, shipment monitoring, documentation readiness and final delivery alignment.
• Ensure supply continuity by proactively identifying vessel delays, short shipments, allocation gaps, documentation issues, customs challenges, port congestion and transshipment disruptions, with timely escalation and corrective actions.
• Partner with the demand role and cross-functional stakeholders, including Commercial, Planning, Project, Pricing and Special Function, Finance, country supply chain teams, Yara Maritime, project team and other relevant functions, to align market requirements, maintain supply continuity and ensure smooth operational execution.
• Work with external vendors and service providers to ensure timely supply of products to markets, including shipment planning, booking coordination, documentation follow-up, delivery tracking and issue resolution.
• Maintain customer service and OTIF performance by ensuring orders are executed as planned, exceptions are managed promptly, and customers receive timely updates on supply and delivery status.
• Provide operational visibility through accurate shipment tracking, risk updates, supply status reporting and issue resolution follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, Incoterms, documentation requirements, trade regulations, payment terms and approval controls throughout the supply execution process.
• Drive continuous improvement in supply continuity by simplifying processes, strengthening exception handling, improving communication flow and reducing recurring operational risks.

Profile

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, International Trade or related discipline, with relevant experience in regional or multi-market supply chain operations.
• 3 to 4 years experience in end-to-end supply chain execution, preferably in container shipment handling, order fulfilment, logistics coordination and delivery follow-up.
• Strong understanding of shipment flow from order confirmation, booking, documentation, vessel tracking, transshipment, customs clearance and final delivery.
• Ability to proactively identify and manage supply risks, take corrective action and escalation risks to protect customer commitments and business continuity.
• Experience supporting growing or complex markets with increasing volumes, new business requirements and market-specific operational needs.
• Working knowledge of SAP GTM or similar ERP systems for order management, delivery processing, goods movement, shipment tracking and documentation follow-up.
• Comfortable using digital tools, reports, dashboards and Excel to monitor shipment status, performance and exceptions.
• Good understanding of shipping documentation, Incoterms, payment terms, trade requirements, customs processes and internal SOP compliance.
• Strong problem-solving, ownership, accountability and follow-through in managing urgent operational exceptions independently.

Knowledge grows through differences

Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.

As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.