Shipping/Logistics Manager - Oil Industry - Corporate Placements

Trending Talent Solutions; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in South Africa is seeking a professional to manage the efficient execution of crude oil and product movements. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in operations or logistics, with a degree in Engineering or a related field. Responsibilities include coordinating with traders and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, along with strong analytical and negotiation skills. This position is based in Cape Town and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years experience in crude and/or product operations or logistics.

Responsibilities

• Manage physical crude oil and product movements efficiently.
• Coordinate with traders, shipping, suppliers, and terminals.
• Ensure timely delivery and compliance with contracts.

Skills

Knowledge of shipping, terminal operations and contract execution

Understanding of crude and product trading operations

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

Good negotiation and communication skills

Knowledge of Incoterms, customs regulations, forex and international trade compliance

Ability to work long hours under pressure

Knowledge of various software tools

Education

Degree or diploma in Engineering, supply chain, maritime operations or related field

Job description

Role Purpose

You will be responsible for the efficient execution of physical crude oil and product movements, ensuring cost effective timely delivery in compliance with contracts through optimised logistics. The role involves close coordination with the crude and product traders, shipping, suppliers, refinery and terminals and other key stakeholders to manage operational risk.

Required qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, supply chain, maritime operations or related field

Required Experience:

• 3+ years experience in crude and/or product operations, trading or logistics.
• Experience in oil/petrochemical supply, scheduling, trading, marine operation or value chain optimisation preferred

Skills required:

• Knowledge of shipping, terminal operations and contract execution.
• Understanding of crude and product trading operations, including pricing structures, hedging and blending.
• Strong analytical and problem solving ability with attention to detail.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, customs regulations, forex and international trade compliance.
• Ability to work long hours under pressure with multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of various software tools used

Cape Town

Published Date: 12 December 2025

Closing Date: 16 January 2026