Head of Bunker Operations (ARA)

  • Permanent
  • Antwerp
  • This position has been filled

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Job Title:  Head of Bunker Operations (ARA)
Salary: Negotiable
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Antwerp

Imperium is currently assisting a Major Bunker Supplier & Global Trading house in their search for a Head of Bunker Operations for the ARA region, the company operates across 100 plus ports global with over 20 physical locations combined with their global trading team. With a physical presence in the ARA region combined with increased demand for Marine Fuels / Bunkers in the ports of Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp we are seeking an experienced Bunker Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation and continued expansion of this business.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for managing relations with the Customers, Traders, Agents and port authorities within the major ports across ARA region.
  • Day to Day operational tasks covering liaising with the Front office Trading team and Finance departments managing direct reports.
  • Extensive knowledge of Bunker barge operations within the ports of Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp.
  • Managing all relevant LC’s and documentations for the Bunker / Marine Fuel transactions to be completed overseeing the operations teams.
  • Communicating in a timely and efficient manner to ensure all Bunkers operational tasks and documentations are delivered adequately within the business.
  • Work with senior management in developing new operational structures to improve efficiency of business structures and delivery.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 4 experience of operations experience preferably within the Marine Fuels, Bunkers, MGO, MFO,LSFO, Lubricants, fuel oils in an operational capacity.
  • Experience working within the ARA region within the marine sector for a physical supplier or Trading house.
  • Experience building and maintaining relations with the port authorities, Customers, Traders, operators.
  • Working with Regional & Global senior management on developing new operational structures within the business.
  • Exceptional understanding of operational regulations and documentations.
  • Proficient in English (Another language beneficial)
  • Located in Antwerp (Or open to relocation)

If this appeals to you and your career goals and you’d like to have a discussion around the role and how it works for you, please contact Josh Clark at josh.clark@imperiumcs.com or +44 (0) 203 927 5092

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