Operations / Trade Support Executive

AGROCORP INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global Agri-commodities trader in Singapore is seeking a professional with expertise in shipping and logistics. The ideal candidate has 4 to 6 years of experience in an Agri-Business, strong communication skills, and a keen attention to detail. Responsibilities include preparing shipping documents, ensuring timely receipt, and supervising operations. Knowledge of ICC rules for Letters of Credit and International trade is crucial. This role offers significant professional growth and the opportunity to lead within the team.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of experience in an Agri-Business/Trading Company.
• Intensive experience in ICC rules for Letters of Credit.
• Knowledge of Incoterms and International trade.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a full set of shipping documents by Letters of Credit.
• Ensure shipping documents are set up/received on time as per contracts.
• Handle shipments by bulk vessels.
• Work closely with Team head, Traders, Origination desks.
• Supervise and coordinate operations activities.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good working knowledge of MS Word

Good working knowledge of Excel

Strong attention to detail

Organized

Analytical mind

Independent thinker

Education

GCE 'A' level/Diploma in International Trade

Job description

This role offers professional career development opportunities with renowned global Agri‑commodities trader, Agrocorp International Pte Ltd (Agrocorp). The Company has a significant presence in the primary origination and buyer markets such as Canada, West Africa, China, Turkey, the Middle East, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam among many others. With more than 3 decades of active engagement in the market driven by solid values, a clear vision, and a nice culture, we seek to strengthen further our commitment towards being a responsible global player in nourishing an ever‑changing world. To support us in this high‑priority function, we are looking for a talented and experienced professional to be based in our Singapore HQ to take on the role of:

Key responsibilities of this role entail:

• Able to prepare a full set of shipping documents by Letters of Credit and contractual requirements.
• Ensure shipping documents, including Letters of Credit, are set up/received on time as per contracts and for negotiation.
• The capability to handle shipments by bulk vessels is required.
• Work closely with the Team head, Traders, Origination desks, and Shipping desk.
• Supervising and coordinating operations activities.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Team and be involved in executing high‑risk, large‑value contracts in a very hands‑on way.

Required Experience/Background

• A minimum GCE “A” level/Diploma in International Trade in Import & Export would be an advantage.
• 4 to 6 years of experience in an Agri‑Business/Trading Company (ideally dealing with soft commodities).
• Strong communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of MS Word & Excel.
• Knowledge of GAFTA and FOSFA will be an advantage.
• Intensive experience in ICC rules for Letters of Credit is compulsory.
• Knowledge of Incoterms and International trade.
• Good understanding of commodity trading.
• Strong attention to detail, organized, analytical mind, independent thinker.