Senior Operator in Biofuels & Jet

Festanstellung, Vollzeit · Zug

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We are seeking a driven and experienced Senior Operator – Biofuels and Jet to join our operations team within a dynamic trading company. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of hands-on experience in operations related to biofuels and jet fuel, solid knowledge of shipping logistics, and a strong commercial mindset. The role requires a proactive and motivated professional with the ability to delegate and coordinate tasks effectively within the team, ensuring efficient execution of trades and smooth cargo handling.
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Key Responsibilities
  1. Handle all operational aspects of biofuels and jet fuel cargoes from deal confirmation to delivery
  2. Deal directly with shipping activities, including vessel nominations, terminals coordination, and management of documentation (e.g., bills of lading, customs, LCs).
  3. Develop and maintain operational plans and schedules to ensure timely and efficient execution of cargoes.
  4. Act as a point of reference within the operations team, delegating tasks and coordinating effectively with colleagues to ensure smooth workflows.
  5. Track execution progress, anticipate potential delays, and take proactive steps to ensure delivery commitments are met.
  6. Liaise with external stakeholders such as shipping agents, terminals and inspectors for operational follow-up.
  7. Ensure all tasks are executed in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
  8. Address and resolve any operational issues or discrepancies quickly and professionally.
  9. Support ongoing improvements in operational procedures and promote internal knowledge sharing.
Requirements
  1. Minimum 5 years of experience in operations for biofuels products or jet —ideally within a trading environment.
  2. Strong understanding of shipping logistics, incoterms, and trading documentation.
  3. Ability and willingness to take on delegation and coordination responsibilities within the team over time.
  4. Commercial awareness and ability to assess operational impact on trading decisions.
  5. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
  6. Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
  1. Experience with biofuels/ jet regulations
  2. Familiarity with jet fuel blending or terminal operations.
  3. Prior experience in a team lead or mentoring role within operations is a plus

About us

Kolmar was established in 1997 and is a privately-owned physical trading, manufacturing and service providing company, headquartered in Zug, Switzerland. The company is a global organization with more than 20 offices and representations worldwide, located in the most strategic centers around the world. The product range grows organically with evolving market conditions and includes petrochemicals, biofuels, as well as crude oil and oil products. 

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