Senior Operator Grains

Our client is an emerging international commodity trading house based in Geneva. Desk Building & Trade Execution: Take full ownership of the lifecycle of physical grain transactions from contract signing to final settlement. Establish and coordinate vessel chartering, space bookings, and shipment tracking with ship okers and port agents. Oversee dry bulk cargo loading, discharging, and transit operations across European and global maritime corridors. < >< > Documentation, Compliance & Processes: Structure and handle all standard shipping documentation (Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, letters of indemnity, certificates of origin, quality, and weight). Ensure strict alignment with international customs, regulatory standards, and internal compliance/KYC frameworks. Manage and enforce contract specifications governed by international trade bodies (e.g., GAFTA/FOSFA rules). < >< > Financial & Risk Control: Execute and monitor Letters of Credit (L/Cs) in close coordination with European trade finance institutions. Handle the calculation of laytime, demurrage/despatch, inspection fees, and freight costs. Assist in maintaining trade management systems to ensure precise real-time oversight of price and counterparty exposure. Entrepreneurial Impact & Desk Creation Direct Access to Decision-Makers & Accelerated Growth Experience: 5 to 8+ years of solid experience in trade execution or traffic operations within a commodity trading house, with an absolute focus on grains, oilseeds, or agricultural products. Proven adaptability and a desire to operate in an agile, fast-paced, and growing desk environment. < >< > Technical & Soft Skills: Deep understanding of dry bulk shipping, charterparties, Incoterms, and UCP 600 rules for Letters of Credit. Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills to manage logistical unexpected claims or delays independently. < >< > Language Requirements: French: Native-level proficiency required (essential for integration into the local corporate office environment and specific European market counterparties). English: Advanced / Proficient (C1 level minimum), as it is the primary language of international grain contracts and maritime trade. Additional Languages: Fluency in Turkish, Arabic, or Spanish is considered a strong asset to match the expansion targets of the trading desk. Our client offers you: Bonuses based on performance. A permanent position in a key location like Genève. Opportunities to work within the retail industry, focusing on grain operations. < >< > If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply..