Operations Executive (Vegoil/Palm Oil)

ACHIEVE CAREER CONSULTANT PTE LTD; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 42 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Our client is an established international agribusiness seeking an experienced Operations Executive in Singapore to support end-to-end execution of physical and paper trades within the Vegoil business.

The role suits someone with a solid background in Vegoil or Palm Oil operations who thrives in a fast-paced trading environment and coordinates trade execution and logistics across the full spectrum from nominations to documentation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Shipping, Logistics, Business or related discipline.
• 1-2 years of relevant operations experience within Vegoil, Palm Oil or similar commodity trading environments.
• Good understanding of physical commodity trade execution, shipping documentation and logistics coordination.

Responsabilités

• Manage end-to-end execution of physical Vegoil trades, including vessel nominations, shipment arrangements, loading and discharging, inspections and shipping documentation.
• Coordinate daily shipping and logistics matters with shipowners, vessel agents, surveyors and other external stakeholders.
• Oversee payment security arrangements, including prepayments, Letters of Credit (LCs) and CAD, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Handle paper trade contract execution, including string negotiations, circles and washouts.
• Monitor operational risks, resolve shipment and execution issues, and follow up on claims where necessary.
• Coordinate closely with Trading, Trade Finance, Credit Risk, Treasury and Accounting teams, as well as overseas offices, to ensure smooth trade execution.
• Manage Letters of Credit documentation and negotiations, laytime calculations and finalisation.
• Maintain accurate operational records and ensure compliance with internal procedures and policies.

Connaissances

Vegoil operations

Logistics coordination

Shipping documentation

Stakeholder management

Formation

Diploma or Degree in Shipping/Logistics/Business

Description du poste

The Opportunity

Our client is an established international agribusiness with a strong presence across the global commodities markets. They are looking for an experienced Operations Executive to join their Singapore team, supporting the end-to-end execution of physical and paper trades within the Vegoil business.

This is an opportunity for someone with a solid background in Vegoil or Palm Oil operations who enjoys working in a fast-paced trading environment and managing the full spectrum of trade execution and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end execution of physical Vegoil trades, including vessel nominations, shipment arrangements, loading and discharging, inspections and shipping documentation.
• Coordinate daily shipping and logistics matters with shipowners, vessel agents, surveyors and other external stakeholders.
• Oversee payment security arrangements, including prepayments, Letters of Credit (LCs) and Cash Against Documents (CAD), ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Handle paper trade contract execution, including string negotiations, circles and washouts.
• Monitor operational risks, resolve shipment and execution issues, and follow up on claims where necessary.
• Coordinate closely with Trading, Trade Finance, Credit Risk, Treasury and Accounting teams, as well as overseas offices, to ensure smooth trade execution.
• Manage Letters of Credit documentation and negotiations, laytime calculations and finalisation.
• Maintain accurate operational records and ensure compliance with internal procedures and policies.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Shipping, Logistics, Business or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant operations experience within Vegoil, Palm Oil or similar commodity trading environments.
• Good understanding of physical commodity trade execution, shipping documentation and logistics coordination.
• Strong knowledge of Letters of Credit, UCP rules and payment security arrangements.
• Familiarity with FOSFA / PORAM contracts, charter party terms, laytime calculations and marine insurance.
• Proactive, meticulous and responsible, with strong problem-solving and coordination skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.