Operations Assistant– Container & Bulk Shipments (Palm Oil & Oleochemicals)

Job Summary:

The candidate will join the operations team managing containerized and bulk shipments of palm and lauric oils and oleochemicals . This role requires close coordination with customers, surveyors, brokers/agents, and internal teams to ensure timely and cost-effective movement of cargo, with a strong focus on product integrity and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Logistics Coordination:

• Coordinate vessel nominations, tank bookings, and shipping instructions with shippers, customers, shipping liner and charterers.
• Coordinating instructions with shipping agent and surveyor to ensure smooth delivery of cargo from port onto vessels.

Documentation & Operational Responsibilities:

• Contract administration with internal and external parties.
• Checking and verifying all payment and contractual terms, shipping instructions are in contractual conformity.
• Appointment and liaison/coordination of surveyor job for shipment sampling/analysis/certification job scopes.

Reporting & Process Improvement:

• Maintain accurate shipment tracking and status reports.

Requirements:

• No experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office and adobe.
• A proactive, organized, and problem-solving approach to daily operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to work across departments and with external stakeholders.

Employment Term:

One-year contract, with the option to convert to permanent employment based on business needs and satisfactory performance.