Redstone Commodity Search has been exclusively engaged by the bunker trading team of a rapidly expanding oil conglomerate, which has made 35 strategic trading hires within the past 3 years. In line with their ambitious expansion plan, our client seeks a seasoned leader to oversee their global marine fuel supply team.
Key Responsibilities / Tasks
- Lead and oversee the marine fuel supply team, ensuring efficient execution of marine fuel cargo trades across diverse global markets to support the expansion of our client's marine fuel operations
- Utilize a well-established and transferrable customer portfolio within the marine cargo fuel sector, specifically targeting clients in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe
- Maintain and expand our client's team of 6 supply traders
- Enhance our client's supply and port network strategically to gain a competitive edge in financial performance, optimizing cost-effectiveness and securing advantageous financial positions in marine fuel trading.
- Keep abreast of worldwide marine fuel market trends, fluctuations in prices, and advancements in the industry, offering insightful analysis and strategic counsel to drive market penetration and expansion.
Key Qualifications / Experience
- Boast a minimum of ten years of experience in bunker fuel supply trading, emphasizing a strong focus on optimizing supply chain operations and enhancing logistical efficiencies.
- Maintain a robust and adaptable customer portfolio within the marine cargo fuel sector, demonstrating proficiency in managing and expanding supply relationships to meet evolving market demands.
- Cultivate an extensive network of industry contacts within the bunker fuels sector, particularly emphasizing connections relevant to supply chain management and marine fuel / cargo trading.
- Possess a proven history of driving supply-focused initiatives within marine fuel or cargo trading environments, showcasing expertise in navigating complex logistical challenges and ensuring seamless supply chain operations.
- Excel in the dynamic and demanding environment of supply-focused trading and shipping, demonstrating resilience and resourcefulness in achieving supply chain objectives.
