Trafigura
Logistics Operations Support
Congo - Kinshasa · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerTrafigura
- LocationCongo - Kinshasa
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
This role is critical in converting monthly trade flow requirements into optimized, cost-effective transport plans that support LAI’s margin objectives. The successful candidate will be based in DRC
Responsibilities
- Manage local trucking business in Kolwezi for Cu going to the warehouse for rail transport to Lobito, and sulphur going the other way
- Currently at > 30,000 MT per month with 8 LSPs, and forecast to double by year end
- Plan for uplift between LSPs and forecast and report the plan to the team and customers • Daily tracking and reporting showing progress
- Identify any areas of shortfall and inform + propose solutions
- Follow up with mines for loading plans and release of documents
- Ensuring warehouse plans are aligned with Train plans
Experience and Qualifications
- Tertiary Degree
- 5+ years of experience in commodities trading or similar
- fast-paced trading environment Knowledge of multimodal transport (road, rail,) Familiarity with in-transit warehouse operations
- Strong Logistics Operations skill set.
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Competencies
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- abilities Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellente communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Commercial acumen and cost optimization mindset - -
Key Relationships
Internal: Regional Traders, Execution Team, Logistics Coordinators, Trade Support teams, Trade Operations teams
External: Freight Forwarders; LSPs
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