We are seeking a proactive, experienced, and results-driven Team Lead/Manager to oversee the Edible Oil Desk Execution Team in Singapore. This role is responsible for managing a growing team of execution professionals in a fast paced and dynamic environment, ensuring efficient, timely, and compliant execution of edible oil trading contracts across global markets. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning operational execution with trading strategies, driving process improvements, and fostering a high-performance team culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of execution professionals, responsible for the end-to-end shipment of edible oil contracts.

• Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular team meetings, and oversee training and development plans.

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Execution Oversight

• Ensure timely and accurate execution of physical contracts, including shipping documentation, LC handling, demurrage calculations, and post-fixture operations.

• Liaise closely with traders, chartering, finance, and logistics teams to ensure smooth execution flow.

• Manage relationships with key counterparties including customers, suppliers, inspection agencies, shipping lines, and port authorities.

Process & Compliance

• Ensure all execution activities comply with internal policies, external regulations, and relevant international trade laws.

• Oversee contract fulfillment to minimize operational and financial risk.

• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency enhancements.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the key point of contact between the execution team and senior trading/management teams.

• Provide regular updates on execution performance, risks, and bottlenecks.

• Collaborate with commercial, finance, HR and IT teams to align execution strategies with business goals.

Reporting & Analysis

• Monitor and report KPIs for execution performance, cost control, and team productivity.

• Analyze trends in commodity & shipping execution such as demurrage, claims, or delays and propose corrective actions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Degree in Operations Management, Business, Supply Chain, Maritime Studies, or related field.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in commodity operations, preferably in edible oils or soft commodities.

• Proven experience about 5-8 years of managing or leading a large execution team in a fast-paced commodity environment.

• Strong knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, shipping documentation, and LC processes.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ability to thrive under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and resolve conflicts effectively.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with commodity trading systems is a plus.