Traffic Assistant

Traffic Assistant (24-months fixed term)

Logistics / Operations

New Delhi, India

We are seeking a Traffic Assistant who will be responsible for supporting the logistics and execution of commodity shipments, ensuring smooth interaction between suppliers, buyers, shipping agents, customs authorities, and internal departments as per the instructions from the Head Office in Switzerland.  The role involves managing documentation, tracking shipments, solving operational hurdles and ensuring timely delivery of commodities while complying with all regulations and contractual terms.

The main tasks and responsibilities include.

• Plan and coordinate commodity shipments for efficient fulfilment.
• Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents, and internal teams.
• Coordinate with the Head Office and relay information to counterparties.

• Support in preparing and finalizing laytime calculations for breakbulk shipments and ensure accurate processing of payables and receivables by the Traffic team.
• Prepare, review, and manage shipping documents, including Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists, certificates, and customs paperwork.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with trade regulations and company policies in collaborate with legal and compliance teams on regulatory requirements from Head Office.
• Act as a central point of contact for suppliers, customers, transport providers, and warehouses.
• Support the traffic team on invoicing, payments, and letters of credit.
• Prepare, assess, and support finalisation agreements according to headquarters' direction while being the main representative for contract/administration-related inquiries.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions, shipments, and communications.
• Generate reports on shipment performance, costs, and operational issues.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelors degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Trade, Economics or a related field.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of international trade, shipping procedures, and logistics, including Incoterms, trade finance (LCs, bank guarantees), and customs regulations is advantageous.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Solid grasp of Excel, Word, Outlook) and basic knowledge of logistics / ERP management systems / SAP is advantage.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills that work effectively within team and different audiences
• Coordination and problem-solving abilities.
• The capability to handle various responsibilities, manage time effectively, and adhere to deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to achieving targets ahead of deadlines.
• Motivated by ongoing knowledge acquisition and skill development.
• Strong collaborator and ability to work in environment where teams may sit across different time zones and regions, such as North America and Europe

Who we are

Glencore is one of the worlds largest global diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that advance everyday life.

With over 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong footprint in over 30 countries in both established and emerging regions for natural resources, our marketing and industrial activities are supported by a global network of offices.

Glencores customers are industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors. We also provide financing, logistics and other services to producers and consumers of commodities.

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