Job Description

Location : MohaliCity : MohaliState : Punjab (IN-PB)Country : India (IN)Requisition Number : 38029
Business Title Team Lead - Laytime
Global Function Business Services
Global Department Global Trade Execution
Reporting to Manager - Laytime
Size of team reporting in and type
Role Purpose Statement The overall responsibility of the Team Lead is to keep a track on the Demurage/Despatch files of the team members, keep a track on the daily emails and ad-hoc requests coming from Freight and Commercial teams. Review each fixture's terms with respect to Demurrage, Detention and Despatch Clauses and to calculate amounts due to each party for all marine shipments executed. Candidate should hold requisite Knowledge, Skills & be well versed with understanding / analysing charter parties and voyage documents, clarify events with trade execution and freight departments, Invoice customers with full supporting documentation, handling / pursuing claims / dispute resolution , produce and retain documentation in accordance with internal and external policies & ensuring due compliance & business ethics.
He must be Computer proficient and adaptable to various shipping software(s) / applications .
Candidate should have strong customer orientation & possess the skills in initiating and developing relationships with key decision-makers in target organizations for business development.
The candidate must be dynamic, go-getter with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Main Accountabilities xe2x80xa2Keep track on Laytime files of the team members and take necessary action for the closure of files

• Keep track on the outstanding demurrage/despatch collections,Laytime (Demurrage, Despatch, Detention) calculation, control and settlement.
• Analyze charterparties and voyage documents & clarify events with trade execution and freight department
• Invoice customers with full supporting documentation, monitor collection and perform cash application
• Produce and retain documentation in accordance with internal and external policies' and procedures' requirements
• Review counterparty claims and disputes and liaise with internal and external counterparties as to the correctness of the calculation

Knowledge and Skills
Behavior Improve Bunge's outcomes by making data-driven decisions, keeping the customer at the forefront of all they do, and proactively gaining insight into the global strategy.
Collaborate, effectively communicate with others and take initiative to continually develop themselves.
Pursue opportunities to solve problems and take action while maintaining the ability to manage work, even in times of challenge or change.
Technical xe2x80xa2Good understanding of contracts, charter parties and key laytime/demurrage provisions and the terminology

• Knowledge and understanding of marine and terminal operations. (Preferred)
• Advanced in both written and verbal English
• Computer proficiency (SAP, Analytical tools, MS Office)

Education & Experience xe2x80xa2Post Graduate preferably in Shipping & Logistics field

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in laytime (preferably in dry bulk shipments, and oils), international logistics, freight or related field
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in leading team

Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge's expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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