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Holcim Trading & Shipping (HT&S) is specialised in meeting the needs of customers and suppliers around the world through a unique portfolio of products and services provided from offices in Zurich, Singapore and Miami.\nHolcim Trading & Shipping (HT&S) is a leading international trader and seaborne logistics operator who delivers, through a team of dedicated specialists, solutions for the seaborne import and export of raw materials and finished goods both to Holcim Group companies as well as to third party businesses.\nRole Overview\nThe Trading Operator is responsible for delivering seamless, effective service across the entire trade lifecycle, from contract conclusion to cash collection, while ensuring the optimal and efficient operation of the time-chartered vessel fleet.\nThis role combines commercial execution and operational management, focusing on:\nExecuting trades administration (for bulk carriers, containers, and multimodal transportation) with business partners (customers, suppliers, ship owners/brokers).\n\nEnsuring all commitments (cargo, shipping, and multimodal transportation) are fulfilled and escalating potential performance issues to internal stakeholders (Traders, Shipping, Supply Chain, Legal, and Management).\n\nManaging day-to-day operations of time-charted vessels, including monitoring performance against charter party terms, optimizing transportation costs, and issuing voyage instructions.\n\nEnsuring integrity, timeliness, and quality of information flows, including accurate and timely recording in IMOS to facilitate proper Financial Closure and Performance Management.\n\nAnticipating, mitigating, and resolving trade and voyage incidents/risks under the guidance of the Trading and Chartering teams.\n\nThe overall focus is on maximizing efficiency, ensuring operational readiness, and maintaining accurate records.\n\nMain Responsibilities\nVessel Operations & Performance\nManage daily operations and performance of time-chartered vessels, ensuring compliance with Charter Party terms.\n\nPrepare voyage instructions and oversee commercial contracts to optimize voyage results.\n\nSupport Chartering Managers with voyage estimates, freight simulations, and optimization.\n\nCoordinate with vessel owners on underperformance, off-hire, and technical issues.\n\nOrganize on-hire/off-hire and marine cargo surveys.\n\nMonitor weather routing and analyze voyage performance.\n\nTrade Execution & Logistics\nCoordinate supply chain schedules and daily updates with suppliers, customers, and logistics partners.\n\nEnsure timely vessel nomination and acceptance with Chartering and Shipping teams.\n\nManage shipping instructions, customs documentation, and required inspections.\n\nOptimize cargo capacity through vessel deadweight calculations.\n\nReview shipping documents and manage cargo-related claims.\n\nFinancial & Administrative Control\nMaintain accurate and timely records in IMOS, including vessel delivery/redelivery, bunker purchases and consumption, and port fee accruals.\n\nManage month-end closing activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and P&L validation.\n\nCoordinate with Accounting & Controlling to reconcile IMOS and SAP, including receivables, payables, vessel operations, and bunker costs.\n\nInitiate cash-in and cash-out transactions and ensure timely payments in coordination with Finance and Chartering teams.\n\nCoordinate port agent appointments through DIABOS and manage proforma and final disbursement accounts (PDAs/FDAs).\n\nReview port disbursement accounts against historical data to ensure competitive costs and accurate payments.\n\nPrepare operational reports, statistics, and financial updates for management, Traders, and internal stakeholders.\n\nShare relevant market intelligence gathered from customers and suppliers, and forward commercial inquiries to the appropriate Traders.\n\nRisk, Claims, and Compliance\nManage and resolve voyage-related disputes, claims, and operational issues.\n\nPrepare and monitor laytime calculations, freight invoices, charter hire statements, and cargo/freight claims.\n\nEnsure compliance with HT&S and Holcim Internal Control Standards (ICS), policies, and procedures.\n\nCoordinate with HS&E on incident reporting and ensure accurate records in iCare.\n\nRespond to emergencies, escalate critical incidents, and support crisis management activities.\n\nIdentify, mitigate, and escalate trading and shipping risks to protect Holcim’s interests and reputation.\n\nEnsure adherence to the Operations Operating Model, internal controls, and segregation of duties.\n\nPROFILE REQUIRED\nEducation:\nDegree/Diploma in Shipping and Maritime or Commercial degree in international trading, shipping, logistic, freight forwarding, or equivalent education/experience.\nExperience:\nMinimum 3 - 5 years of working experience in trading, shipping, freight forwarding, and supply chain logistics and operations. (A minimum of 2 years in the related field is required).\nCore Skills:\nStrong proficiency in IMOS for voyage planning, P&L management, voyage instructions, and troubleshooting.\n\nSolid knowledge of international seaborne trading, maritime regulations, and dry bulk operations, particularly Handy/Supramax vessels.\n\nStrong understanding of laytime calculations, Charter Parties, Bills of Lading, marine claims, and insurance.\n\nKnowledge of multimodal logistics, customs procedures, and shipping documentation, including DAP/DDP trades.\n\nFamiliarity with trade finance instruments, including letters of credit, documentary collections, and payment terms.\n\nGood knowledge of bunker procurement, negotiation, and the IMSBC Code.\n\nStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and risk management.\n\nAbility to multitask, prioritize, and remain resilient and effective in challenging environments.\n\nCommunication:\nExcellent English, written and spoken and mastery of at least 1 additional internationally representative language (e.g., Spanish, French, Mandarin, etc) is highly preferred.\n\nBenefits\nFamily Support: Subsidized child care and paid maternity/paternity leave\n\nProfessional Growth: Company-sponsored training and professional development.\n\nDiscounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions.\n\nEmployee referral bonus\n\nHybrid work contract\n\nHolcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.\nImportant Notice: Holcim recruiters only contact candidates via official @[holcim.com] email addresses. We do not use Gmail or any other non-Holcim domains to conduct recruitment processes. 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