Mandarin Speaking Oil Cargo Operations Manager

Cargo Operations

· Independently

manage the end-to-end execution of Jet

Fuel and Biofuel (incl. SAF, HVO) cargoes.

· Coordinate seagoing vessel operations including nominations, laycan management and terminal scheduling.

· Manage inland barge logistics,

including Rhine river movements to inland terminals and airports.

· Coordinate

pipeline (including CEPS where applicable) and other aviation fuel distribution

systems for inland airport supply.

· Liaise

with terminals, ship owners, barge

operators, surveyors and shipping agents to ensure smooth cargo

movements.

· Monitor

cargo loading/discharge and proactively resolve operational issues to minimise

delays.

Operational Planning & Trader Support

· Work

closely with traders to develop optimal

logistics strategies for cargo movements and storage.

· Provide operational insights on ARA logistics

constraints, including tank availability, barge capacity and port

scheduling.

· Advise

traders on logistical feasibility,

operational risks and cost optimisation.

· Identify

and implement opportunities to improve cargo

scheduling, tank utilisation and supply chain efficiency.

Customs & Regulatory Operations

· Manage EU import procedures for seaborne

cargoes arriving in ARA ports.

· Coordinate

with customs brokers and terminals to ensure proper customs clearance and documentation.

· Oversee

documentation related to customs

declaration, bonded storage and excise duty suspension.

· Ensure

compliance with EU customs and

regulatory requirements.

Tank Storage & Supply Chain Coordination

· Coordinate

with ARA storage terminals regarding tank operation, blending and stock transfers.

· Monitor

and reconcile inventory levels and

stock positions.

· Ensure

efficient coordination between import

cargoes, storage and downstream deliveries.

Quality, Assurance & Claims Management

· Implement

cargo assurance procedures for Jet A-1

and biofuel, including blended SAF.

· Coordinate

sampling, testing, and inspection with surveyors and laboratories.

· Manage

operational claims including demurrage, quality, and quantity disputes.

· Ensure

timely submission of demurrage documentation to avoid time-bar issues.

· Coordinate

cargo insurance and support resolution of operational disputes with traders and

legal teams.

Systems & Documentation

· Maintain

operational data within internal systems and support month-end stock

reconciliation.

· Ensure

proper documentation and audit trail for cargo movements and transactions.

· Provide

support in managing biofuel compliance and related documentation.

· Review

operational and logistical clauses in sales and purchase contracts to ensure

feasibility and alignment with deal terms.

· Coordinate

with legal teams on contract review to mitigate operational risks.

· Oversee

invoicing and transaction cost frameworks including freight, storage,

inspection, and ancillary charges.

· Coordinate

with finance and counterparties to ensure accurate and timely settlement.

Other duties

· Undertake such other duties, tasks

or projects as may reasonably be assigned from time to time in line with the

nature and seniority of the role.

Requirements

· Degree

level education preferred in Maritime, Business, Finance, or other quantitative

disciplines, but not essential where candidates have strong relevant experience.

· 7–10

years experience in refined products or jet fuel operations.

· Strong

hands-on end-to-end experience managing seagoing vessel cargoes and inland

barge logistics.

· Proven

experience working within the ARA refined products trading hub.

· Experience

with Rhine river barge logistics.

· Experience

with EU import procedures and customs clearance.

· Experience

in biofuel (e.g. SAF, HVO) operations.