Job Description

Job Purpose and Impact

This role leads the end‑to‑end execution of global containerized sugar shipments, ensuring contractual accuracy, shipment reliability, and financial integrity across major origins (Europe, Brazil, India, Thailand). The position has direct impact on minimizing operational risks, preventing demurrage and shipment rollovers, protecting P&L;, and maintaining on‑time delivery to global customers. Solid coordination, time‑critical decision-making, and proactive issue resolution are essential to safeguard business margins and uphold service excellence.

Key Accountabilities
Contract Validation & Pre‑Shipment Control
Interpret business confirmations, validate contract terms, and ensure timely issuance of prepayment invoices (fixed or provisional).
Secure prepayments within required timelines to avoid shipment delays or financial exposure.
Time‑Critical Shipment Planning
Source freight rates, finalize container bookings, and align shipper readiness with container availability.




Share schedules and request DI from buyers promptly to avoid vessel cut‑off risks and potential rollovers.
Documentation Accuracy & Deadline Management
Issue shipping and BL instructions within strict timelines; coordinate VGM, draft approvals, and container pickup orders.
Ensure error‑free documentation to prevent LC discrepancies, port delays, or storage costs impacting P&L.;
Execution, Tracking & On‑Time Delivery
Monitor shipments end-to-end, manage transshipments, and proactively resolve delays or rollovers.
Communicate sailing updates to buyers, ensuring full visibility and customer confidence.
Financial Stewardship & P&L; Protection
Issue final invoices on time and ensure prompt payments from buyers to mitigate credit and FX risk.
Process freight, shipper, and forwarder payments accurately to maintain uninterrupted operations.
Work with Treasury and Accounting to allocate funds correctly and close month-end with zero unallocat

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