Junior Vessel Operations Administrator

COFCO International is a global agri-business with a clear vision, strong values and a positive culture, focused on being a leader in the global grains, oilseeds and sugar supply chains. We provide the food the world needs in a responsible way. Headquartered is Geneva, Switzerland, we are ambitious, with the right structures and culture to meet the world's increasing and changing needs. With 11,000+ people in 35 countries, our global portfolio includes assets across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We trade with over 50 nations, while providing farmers unique direct access to the growing Chinese market.

Company: COFCO International South Africa (Pty) Ltd

Vacancy:  Junior Vessels Operations Administrator

Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa

Department: Vessels

The Junior Vessels Operations Administrator will be responsible for coordination and supporting of tasks related to the regions vessel’s operations function, imports, exports, administration and compliance related activities to ensure smooth implementation.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Vessel operations coordination: Drive effective processes in regard to vessel operations import/export while, optimizing cost performance and maintain regulatory compliance
2. Supply chain optimization:  Support the implementation of cost-effective supply strategies to reduce storage and handling costs while improving distribution efficiency
3. Regulatory compliance and risk coordination: Support in compliance with agricultural regulations and minimize operational risks through proactive risk implementation
4. Customer relationship coordination: Support in maintaining strong relationships that support business growth and customer retention.
5. Port Loading/ discharge coordination support: Support in optimizing transport costs assisting in the efficient coordination of logistics from loading to final delivery.
6. Technology and Systems Coordination: Support maintain operation efficiency through effective technology and related processes.

Minimum Criteria:

• Degree or Diploma in Logistics, Materials, Transport and Supply Chain Management/ Related Qualification (HET)

Competencies

• Relating and Networking
• Presenting and Communicating information
• Adhering to principles and values
• Deciding and initiating Action
• Analysing
• Planning and Organizing
• Learning and Researching
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer expectations
• Adapting and responding to change
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives

Skills, Knowledge and Experience required:

• Minimum of 4-5 years’ experience in the Grain Agriculture Industry.
• Understanding and experience - Execution from Silo’s/farms, Transport modes, specifically Road & Rail.
• Experience in Sales and Purchase Contracts, Incoterms and Payment Terms.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy required
• Good Microsoft Excel and data processing skill
• Basic knowledge of international trade regulations
• Financial background with competency in debtors and creditors

General

Reports to Vessel Operations and Compliance Officer.

Salary is market related basic salary with provident fund and medical aid benefits.

How to apply

The company is offering a competitive salary with provident and medical benefits.  Exciting incentive opportunities, a rewarding work environment, product and supply chain knowledge and career growth opportunities for the right candidate.

Interested parties should please submit a comprehensive CV and covering letter, outlining why you feel that you are best suited to the position on the COFCO Careers website https://www.cofcointernational.com/careers/ by searching for vacancies in South Africa, clicking on the listed positions available, and following the prompts when clicking “Apply” on the job description, and answering all related questions in full to complete your application.

Only applications submitted direct on the COFCO Careers website will be considered.

If you do not hear from us within 21 days from date of application, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Only short-listed candidates will be moved through the Talent Pipeline and contacted.

The company appoints in line with our employment equity plan and preference may be given to previously disadvantaged individuals.

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COFCO International is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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