Head of Logistics & Shipping - Oil and Gas
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Strategic & Leadership
Develop and implement logistics and shipping strategies aligned with business objectives.
Lead, mentor, and manage the logistics and shipping team.
Establish KPIs, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate closely with Trading, Operations, Finance, HSE, and Compliance teams.
Shipping & Transportation
Oversee marine, land, and multimodal transportation of crude oil, refined products, and related commodities.
Manage vessel nominations, chartering coordination, and shipping schedules.
Ensure timely deliveries while minimizing demurrage, delays, and penalties.
Supervise loading, discharge, and terminal operations.
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure full compliance with:
International maritime regulations (IMO, MARPOL)
Local and international customs, port, and trade regulations
HSE and environmental standards
Manage shipping documentation (BL, LC requirements, certificates, customs documents).
Identify and mitigate operational, regulatory, and commercial risks.
Vendor & Contract Management
Negotiate and manage contracts with:
Shipping lines
Freight forwarders
Tank terminal operators
Transport and logistics service providers
Monitor vendor performance and cost efficiency.
Manage logistics budgets and cost controls.
Inventory & Operations Control
Oversee inventory movements, stock reconciliation, and terminal storage planning.
Coordinate product availability with supply and trading teams.
Implement systems for shipment tracking, reporting, and documentation control.
Reporting & Systems
Prepare management reports on logistics performance, costs, risks, and efficiencies.
Drive digitalization and system improvements (ERP, TMS, tracking tools).
Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
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