Trade Finance Officer

Head of Supply Chain & Storage

Chief Operations Office (COO), Ports & Terminals

Role Description: <ul><li>The Trade Finance Officer will be responsible for supporting the company’s trade finance operations to ensure timely and accurate execution of import and export transactions.</li><li>The role involves preparing and processing trade finance instruments, coordinating with banks and suppliers, and ensuring compliance with established policies and international trade regulations.</li><li>The role requires strong expertise in letters of credit (LCs), bank guarantees, documentary collections, and other trade finance instruments.</li></ul> Responsibilities Trade Finance Operations: <ul><li>Support the end-to-end processing of trade finance transactions, including Letters of Credit (LCs), guarantees, collections, and other trade products.</li><li>Prepare and review trade documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with UCP 600, Incoterms, and international trade regulations.</li><li>Liaise with banks, suppliers, and internal departments to facilitate the issuance, amendment, and settlement of LCs and guarantees.</li><li>Track and monitor trade finance transactions and facility utilization to ensure timely execution and effective liquidity management.</li></ul> Import Letter of Credit: <ul><li>Preparation &amp; submission of LC Application as per shared PFI, agreed trade terms, and LC draft</li><li>Carrying out Trade Finance Compliance and Due Diligence checks before issuance of LC</li><li>Liaise with banks and suppliers to process LC documentation, amendments, and confirmations as required.</li></ul> Export Letter of Credit: <ul><li>Issue Proforma Invoices (PFIs) to Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) allocated under the PBPA bid or carrying vessel.</li><li>Share LC drafts and a list of confirming banks with OMCs to ensure the LC is workable and aligned with the applicable UCP version.</li><li>Verify the availability of confirming banks within approved limits before proceeding.</li></ul> Cash Flow &amp; Working Capital Management: <ul><li>Support the optimization of cash flow by accurately processing and tracking trade finance transactions in line with working capital objectives.</li><li>Monitor collections, supplier payments, and financing requirements related to trade operations to ensure timely execution.</li><li>Coordinate with the Treasury team to provide trade-related inputs for liquidity planning and forex management.</li></ul> Requirements: Qualifications &amp; Experience:Education Qualification <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.</li></ul> Professional Qualification <ul><li>Strong knowledge of trade finance instruments, UCP 600, Incoterms, and cross-border&nbsp;payments.</li><li>3–5 years of experience in trade finance, corporate banking, or treasury.</li><li>Experience in liaising with banks, financial institutions, and regulatory.</li><li>Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and trade finance platforms.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Strategic Planning and Leadership&nbsp; <ul><li>Formulate and implement comprehensive supply chain, distribution, and storage strategies aligned with Energy Business strategic objectives</li><li>Lead cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance and drive operational excellence</li><li>Develop and execute long-term capacity planning and infrastructure investment strategies</li><li>Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure supply chain effectiveness</li><li>Present strategic recommendations and performance reports to executive leadership and board members</li></ul> Cross-Entity Synergy &amp; Integration&nbsp; <ul><li>Drive supply chain optimization and synergy realization across all entities within the Energy Business Unit</li><li>Identify and implement consolidated product procurement strategies, and integrated logistics solutions</li><li>Establish standardized processes, systems, and best practices across all Energy BU subsidiaries and divisions</li><li>Lead cross-entity collaboration to maximize economies of scale in sourcing, transportation, and storage operations</li><li>Develop integrated demand planning and capacity optimization strategies that leverage combined entity requirements</li><li>Create unified supplier management programs and negotiate enterprise-wide contracts to achieve cost savings and improved service levels</li><li>Implement shared infrastructure utilization strategies including storage facilities, distribution networks, and transportation assets&nbsp;</li></ul> Commercial Storage Infrastructure Management&nbsp; <ul><li>Lead the storage arm as a commercial enterprise, managing port-based storage facilities that serve both internal operations and external clients</li><li>Develop and implement commercial storage strategies to maximize revenue generation from third-party storage services while ensuring operational efficiency for internal requirements</li><li>Manage storage facility operations, capacity allocation, and infrastructure maintenance across multiple locations</li><li>Source for potential storage infrastructure to meet storage needs</li><li>Establish competitive pricing strategies, commercial terms, and service level agreements for third-party storage customers</li><li>Optimize storage utilization through dynamic capacity management, balancing internal operational needs with commercial rental opportunities</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with external petroleum companies, traders, and logistics providers seeking storage solutions</li><li>Ensure compliance with port authority regulations, maritime safety standards, and environmental requirements for commercial storage operations</li><li>Develop and execute expansion plans for storage infrastructure based on market demand analysis and return on investment projections</li><li>Coordinate with port authorities, shipping agents, and terminal operators to ensure seamless product handling and transfer operations</li><li>Establish quality assurance protocols for different petroleum products and maintain product segregation standards</li><li>Develop contingency plans for supply disruptions, emergency response procedures, and business continuity for both internal and external customers</li></ul> Supply Chain Management and Distribution Optimisation&nbsp; <ul><li>Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations including demand planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management</li><li>Optimize sourcing strategies and supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply of petroleum products</li><li>Manage procurement processes, contract negotiations, and supplier performance evaluation</li><li>Implement demand forecasting methodologies and inventory optimization strategies</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards across all operations</li><li>Design and manage efficient distribution networks to across multiple market segments</li><li>Oversee transportation and logistics operations</li><li>Coordinate with sales teams to align distribution capabilities with market demands</li><li>Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and distribution partners</li><li>Implement technology solutions to enhance distribution efficiency and customer service</li></ul> Team Leadership &amp; Development&nbsp; <ul><li>Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team</li><li>Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence</li><li>Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for team members</li><li>Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities</li><li>Manage organizational change and transformation initiatives&nbsp;</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a business related field;</li><li>Masters degree (MBA or specialized Masters) is an added advantage.</li><li>Professional certifications (APICS, CSCMP, or equivalent) highly desirable;</li><li>Minimum 10 years of progressive and relevant experience in supply chain management, preferably in the energy, oil &amp; gas, or petrochemical industry</li><li>Over 5 years in senior leadership roles with P&amp;L responsibility</li><li>Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multi-site operations across multiple business entities or subsidiaries</li><li>Experience with storage facility management and petroleum product handling</li><li>Experience in strategic planning, business transformation, and operational optimization</li><li>Demonstrated success in driving synergies and integration across diverse business units or entities</li><li>xperience managing shared services organizations and cross-entity optimization initiatives</li></ul> Critical Success Factors&nbsp; <ul><li>Deep understanding of energy sector supply chains</li><li>Expertise in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, and inventory optimization</li><li>Knowledge of petroleum products, storage systems, port operations, and distribution infrastructure</li><li>Experience in commercial storage operations, terminal management, and third-party logistics services</li><li>Understanding of port authority regulations, maritime safety standards, and petroleum handling protocols</li><li>Proficiency in supply chain management software, ERP systems, and storage management platforms</li><li>Strong analytical skills with experience in data-driven decision making and commercial pricing strategies</li><li>Understanding of regulatory requirements and safety standards in the energy sector and port operations</li><li>Knowledge of petroleum product quality specifications, blending requirements, and contamination prevention</li></ul> Competencies&nbsp; <ul><li>Strong strategic thinking and business acumen with experience in multi-entity environments</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills</li><li>Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams across different entities and geographies</li><li>Strong negotiation and relationship management skills</li><li>Change management and transformation leadership experience</li><li>Results-oriented mindset with focus on operational excellence and synergy realization</li><li>Experience in matrix management and leading virtual teams across organizational boundaries&nbsp;</li></ul>

The RoleLead Matadi Ports &amp; Terminals Operations. Control daily Container, GC/Bulk operations, Planning, and Safety; plan and monitor terminal capacity to ensure the necessary capacity based on business forecasts and to achieve the Companys profit, revenue, and operational goals.The position is responsible for overseeing daily port activities, ensuring efficient operations, compliance with safety standards, and alignment with business goals. This role includes strategic planning, capacity management, stakeholder engagement, and promoting a culture of safety and excellence in line with policies and Principles.&nbsp; Key Responsibilities• Implement, direct, and administer the general policies established; develop the Business Units annual and long-term (business) plans, and plan, develop, and approve specific policies, programs, procedures, and operational methods in line with the general policies.• Ensure there are adequate resources, skilled labour, and equipment to sufficiently support daily operations.• Plan, develop, and implement strategies to accommodate terminal capacity expansion to meet current and future organizational needs.• Take a leadership role in establishing performance indicators for all operational directorate functions and monitor performance against operational goals.• Conduct weekly meetings to report on terminal performance and other significant activities.• Maintain close contact with shipping companies, logistics firms, customs agents, transportation companies, customs authorities, port authorities, and other legal authorities to ensure their requirements are met.• Establish port operations according to plans, standards, and procedures consistent with global policies.• Establish and implement current and long-term goals, objectives, plans, and policies for port operations, technical activities, and expansion.• Provide input for effective strategies to operate the terminal at optimal levels within operational opportunities and constraints.• Be responsible for leading most of the main functions of the Port, maintaining and creating safe working conditions while ensuring and maintaining high productivity and economical operations.• Take a leadership role in selecting, negotiating, and finalizing agreements with suppliers and customers, and where appropriate, be responsible for executing and maintaining agreed service levels.• Provide a working strategy for the IT function and support and contribute to technological and systems development as applicable to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and customer service.• Ensure compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) policies and procedures.&nbsp; OTHER• Act as an ambassador at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with the companys Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.• Perform other related duties as assigned.• Implement improvements in work methods, making the necessary recommendations and changes to achieve greater operational efficiency;• Operational Planning Minimum RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS• Relevant tertiary qualification EXPERIENCE• Minimum of 8-10 years relevant work experience, in a Ports &amp; terminals environment.• Fluent in Portuguese and English• Good computer skills at the user level;• Strong knowledge of port activities.• Organizational skills.• Ability to work under pressure.• Proactive and adaptive profile;• Commitment to confidentiality.&nbsp; SKILLS• Business acumen: The ability to understand financial and economic concepts and principles; to identify, create and/or exploit opportunities, and evaluate business growth and sustainability.• Client centricity: Invest in building relationships, understand client requirements and ensure high standards of quality outputs. Ensure continuous tracking of trends, market information and development to meet future client needs.• Improvement orientation: The ability to explore, identify, learn and implement new and creative ways to improve processes, value chain effectiveness, service delivery and cost optimisation.• Interpersonal effectiveness: Establish effective interpersonal relations with key stakeholders to enable functional integration. Establish a culture that values and embraces diversity and inclusiveness of people and ideas.• Personal courage: Provides constructive feedback in a manner that inspires accountability and self-redirection amongst colleagues and subordinates. Provides an environment for robust debate and open discussion amongst colleagues within a functional area.• Strategic orientation: Analyse and evaluate the commercial environment and business factors through systematic processes and incorporating these insights towards building a viable operational strategy at a multiple value chain level. Translates the enterprise strategy into targets &amp; operational plans for a multiple value chain function. Develops and implements solutions at a functional level to address actions emanating from insights, either to mitigate critical risk or capitalise on opportunity. Explains the strategic direction of the organisation to others.• Written and verbal communication, including technical writing skills and ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to clients and internal teams.• Time management: comfortable working under pressure with stringent deadlines and complex deliverables. Flexible hours to achieve deliverables (sometimes required to work in addition to/outside of normal business hours).• Plan, manage and be responsible for own time management according to tasks priorities with a high attention to detail.• Self-motivated and proactive.• Able to think logical and objectively with the ability to be innovative in approach and solution design / problem solving.• Exceptional analytical skills.

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