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Senior Vessel Execution Manager – Bulk Grains & Vegetable Oils. Location:
Bogotá or Cali (Colombia), with flexibility for Miami or Kansas City. About the Company My client is a highly respected international trade house with a growing footprint in global agricultural commodities. With ambitions to build a bulk vessel business capable of competing with the largest players in the industry, the company is investing in top talent to strengthen its execution platform. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance as the business scales. Position Overview
I\'m looking for an experienced Vessel Execution Specialist to manage and oversee the full execution cycle of bulk grain shipments and, increasingly, vegetable oil tanker movements. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating chartered vessels, managing commercial documentation for imports and exports, and ensuring compliance with relevant trade rules and Incoterms. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with proven agility, capable of thriving in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilities
Execute bulk grain vessel shipments from nomination through completion, including all associated documentation and operational coordination. Manage and coordinate chartered vessel operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to contractual obligations. Oversee import and export documentation in compliance with GAFTA, NAEGA, NOPA, FOSFA trade rules, and Incoterms. Liaise with counterparties, shipowners, agents, and internal stakeholders to resolve execution-related issues. Support the development of processes and best practices as the company scales its bulk vessel and vegetable oil businesses. Provide timely and accurate execution reporting to commercial and risk management teams. Ensure strict compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and international trade standards. Qualifications & Experience
5+ years of direct experience in vessel execution, preferably within the grain or oilseed sector. Hands-on experience managing bulk grain shipments; exposure to vegetable oil tanker shipments strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of GAFTA, NAEGA, NOPA, FOSFA trade rules, and Incoterms (or demonstrated ability to learn quickly). Proven ability to manage chartered vessels, including familiarity with charter party terms. Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise under pressure. Strong problem-solving orientation and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Professional fluency in English; Spanish is a strong asset for candidates based in Colombia. Why Join
Opportunity to be part of an ambitious, growth-focused international trade house. Exposure to global markets and high-impact projects in the grain and vegetable oil sectors. Ability to shape the execution platform of a business at an exciting stage of development. Competitive compensation aligned with the market and location. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new, exciting and immensely profitable! Give me a bell or drop me a message ASAP!
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Job Title:
Senior Vessel Execution Manager – Bulk Grains & Vegetable Oils. Location:
Bogotá or Cali (Colombia), with flexibility for Miami or Kansas City. About the Company My client is a highly respected international trade house with a growing footprint in global agricultural commodities. With ambitions to build a bulk vessel business capable of competing with the largest players in the industry, the company is investing in top talent to strengthen its execution platform. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance as the business scales. Position Overview
I\'m looking for an experienced Vessel Execution Specialist to manage and oversee the full execution cycle of bulk grain shipments and, increasingly, vegetable oil tanker movements. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating chartered vessels, managing commercial documentation for imports and exports, and ensuring compliance with relevant trade rules and Incoterms. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with proven agility, capable of thriving in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilities
Execute bulk grain vessel shipments from nomination through completion, including all associated documentation and operational coordination. Manage and coordinate chartered vessel operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to contractual obligations. Oversee import and export documentation in compliance with GAFTA, NAEGA, NOPA, FOSFA trade rules, and Incoterms. Liaise with counterparties, shipowners, agents, and internal stakeholders to resolve execution-related issues. Support the development of processes and best practices as the company scales its bulk vessel and vegetable oil businesses. Provide timely and accurate execution reporting to commercial and risk management teams. Ensure strict compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and international trade standards. Qualifications & Experience
5+ years of direct experience in vessel execution, preferably within the grain or oilseed sector. Hands-on experience managing bulk grain shipments; exposure to vegetable oil tanker shipments strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of GAFTA, NAEGA, NOPA, FOSFA trade rules, and Incoterms (or demonstrated ability to learn quickly). Proven ability to manage chartered vessels, including familiarity with charter party terms. Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise under pressure. Strong problem-solving orientation and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Professional fluency in English; Spanish is a strong asset for candidates based in Colombia. Why Join
Opportunity to be part of an ambitious, growth-focused international trade house. Exposure to global markets and high-impact projects in the grain and vegetable oil sectors. Ability to shape the execution platform of a business at an exciting stage of development. Competitive compensation aligned with the market and location. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new, exciting and immensely profitable! Give me a bell or drop me a message ASAP!
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