Our client is a leading multi-commodity agribusiness seeking a Senior Shipping Manager to lead our global shipping and documentation function. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for driving operational excellence, strategic planning, and digital transformation in our shipping operations, while ensuring strong middle office management to safeguard the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Shipping & Documentation Department, setting strategy, policies, and KPIs to support business growth.
- Oversee execution of bulk, containerized, and tanker shipments.
- Drive digitalisation, system implementation, and process optimisation to enhance efficiency and transparency.
- Manage charter party, demurrage, marine insurance, and trade finance documentation.
- Oversee middle office responsibilities: ensuring operational controls, accurate shipment data, risk monitoring, and compliance with contracts, Incoterms, and regulatory requirements.
- Align closely with commercial, finance and risk team to achieve shipping execution and commercial objectives
- Mentor and develop a high-performing shipping team.
What e're Looking For
- 12-15 years experience in shipping/logistics, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven expertise in agri-commodity shipping (bulk, breakbulk, and container trade flows).
- Strong expertise in strategic planning, middle office controls, stakeholder management, and digital transformation.
- Excellent knowledge of Incoterms, trade compliance, and international regulations.
Shubhi Dugar (R21100680)
EA License Number: 23S1921
