Puma Energy - Commercial Vessel Operator needed: APPLY NOW

Puma Energy – Commercial Vessel Operator needed: APPLY NOW

Johannesburg, Gauteng

Key Responsibilities:

To coordinate with traders on product stocks and requirements in various locations.
To have a general overview of product logistics in order to coordinate the most cost and time-effective terminal operations.
Through having an overall view of the stock position, optimize operations to maximize profit potential.
Be aware of import and supply contracts and advise the commercial teams where there is potential to optimize.
To reduce costs linked to operations where possible.
To investigate operational issues where they arise and provide feedback on cause and rectification where possible.
To travel and meet companies / port authorities in order to build relationships which are beneficial for optimal operations.
Obtain clean acceptance of vessels on subjects and notify Chartering of progress in this regard.
Review and comment on contracts.
Issue voyage orders and LOI’s to Ship owners. Monitor progress of the vessels during voyages.
Appoint Shipping Agents and Independent Inspectors.
Issue documentary instructions to Contract Supplier.
Check freight calculations against C/P and arrange for the payment of same.
Liaise / Coordinate with Finance, providing them with accurate and timely data needed for issuing of L/C’s and obtaining P/Us..
Ensure invoicing of and payment of cargos. Monitor accounts receivables and issue interest invoices where applicable.
Maximise recoveries and ensure that all claims to third parties are correctly documented and presented. Secure payment of third party claims.
Maintain good working practice with other Trade support divisions – keeping Demurrage section advised with progress /status of vessels at load and discharge ports.
Ensure that Pluto is the primary tool for information is updated regularly and at all times reflects the latest information available.
Monitors and advises deals desk all costs related with each transaction (P+L awareness)
Prepare cargo/charter liability insurance declarations in a timely manner
Completes voyage reconciliations and identifies loss/gain differences for every operation
Complete storage reconciliations and identify and investigate loss/gain differences
Responsible for all aspects of customs exportation/importation where applicable.
Collect information for trading opportunities. Provide technical and team management support to Puma Global Supply & Trading Operations Manager and any other support as required.
Establish and/or maintain good working relationships with Contractual Operations Counterparts and with third-party service Companies on a regular basis regarding post-deal activities.(Local and regional).
Deal with local and international clients on a regular basis regarding post deal activities.
Ensures revenues maximized, claims documented, payments secured.