Trade Execution & Logistics
- Manage and execute trade operations from contract finalization to cargo delivery.
- Oversee ocean vessel operations, follow up daily on ongoing shipments status and documentations with ship owners, shipper and receivers.
- Coordinate with shippers, receivers, port agents, surveyors, and logistics providers.
- Monitor port operations for loading/unloading and ensure timely cargo movement.
Contract Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure full compliance with trade contract terms, INCOTERMS, quality specs, and delivery schedules.
- Supervise accurate and timely preparation of shipping and banking documents (e.g., BL, CI, COA, COQ, LC documentation). Liaise with suppliers on amendment/discrepancies during draft documentation checking and verification before requesting for final documentation.
- Liaise with banks for trade finance documentation and settlements.
Operational Risk & Cost Control
- Identify and manage operational risks including demurrage, despatch, delays, and disputes.
- Monitor trade execution costs and ensure profitability through operational efficiency.
- Lead demurrage/Despatch negotiations and claim settlements.
Regulatory & ESG Compliance
- Ensure adherence to international trade regulations, customs rules, and environmental policies.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Lead and mentor the Trade Operations team including shipping, Laytime, Letter of credit negotiations, shipping documentation etc.
- Work closely with Trading, Finance, Legal, Chartering, and top management to ensure smooth trade lifecycle management.
- Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, customers, and service providers.
Reporting & System Management
- Provide regular operational reports, trade status updates to senior management.
- Oversee and improve trade management system usage for operational efficiency.
- Drive continuous improvement of SOPs and automation initiatives.
