Operations Officer – Chartering (Junior / Medior / Senior) – Rotterdam
Are you ready to actively manage the intricate logistics of global trade, driving the seamless movement of essential commodities across international waters? As an Operations Officer – Chartering at Bunge, you will serve as a crucial operational linchpin within our worldwide network. Depending on your level of experience (Junior, Medior, or Senior), you will support or take ownership of chartering transactions and engage with a diverse array of stakeholders, from port authorities to vessel commands. With multiple subdepartments specialized in different charterparty types we can place people at each level of experience and with future opportunities to grow or switch to different contract types.
If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a genuine passion for maritime operations and a drive to excel in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply.
About Bunge
At Bunge, a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture and food ingredients company, we connect producers to consumers, delivering essential food, feed, and fuel safely and sustainably. We leverage our talented team and extensive capabilities to create innovative solutions across global supply chains. Our commitment to long-term sustainability drives our efforts to meet the needs of a growing world.
Your Role in Our Network (Rotterdam – full-time)
As an Operations Officer – Chartering within our Operations team (time or voyage charter), you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective execution of all chartering transactions.
- Junior profiles will focus on supporting voyage execution and learning the operational fundamentals
- Medior profiles will independently manage voyages and coordinate stakeholders
- Senior profiles will take full ownership of operations, financial performance, and complex decision-making
Reporting to the Team Lead Operations, you will deliver service to our counterparties and navigate the complexities inherent in global shipping.
Given the dynamic and time-sensitive nature of global shipping, this role requires a flexible approach to working hours, including occasional availability during evenings and weekends.
A Word from Your Future Manager
"This role places you directly at the heart of global trade. You'll be managing a dynamic fleet of 15–20 vessels operating worldwide – across Europe, South America, and Asia.
Depending on your experience, you will either grow into the role or act as a key decision-maker within the team. You are the vital link connecting logistical needs with shipping realities. You'll engage with diverse cultures and collaborate with agents, owners, and captains.
It’s a hands-on environment where you witness every aspect of the shipping process — and no two days are the same."
Key Responsibilities
In this pivotal role, you will contribute to or take ownership of the smooth execution of voyage operations, including:
Vessel Monitoring & Coordination
- Monitor, update, and approve vessel positions and port turnarounds
- Ensure timely communication with internal and external stakeholders
Data & System Management
- Maintain accurate data in IMOS VIP
- Ensure operational data is complete and accessible
Financial & Itinerary Oversight
- Coordinate with pricing and commercial teams on voyage changes
- Junior: Support invoicing, laytime tracking, and P&L reviews
- Medior: Manage voyage P&L, laytime calculations, and operational finances
- Senior: Take ownership of P&L performance, complex calculations, and financial optimisation
Contractual Compliance
- Ensure charter party terms and conditions are followed
- Monitor notices and contractual obligations
Stakeholder Engagement & Problem-Solving
- Act as central point of contact across stakeholders
- Resolve operational challenges and escalate when needed
- Senior level: Lead in complex issue resolution and decision-making
Candidate Profile: Your Skills & Experience
We are seeking motivated professionals across different experience levels:
Experience
- Junior: Recent graduate or up to ~2 years of experience (internships welcome)
- Medior: ~2–5 years of experience in shipping/logistics/operations
- Senior: 5+ years of experience in dry bulk or chartering operations with proven ownership
Core Competencies
A proactive and analytical problem-solver with strong attention to detail, who effectively prioritises in a fast-paced international environment and communicates confidently with diverse stakeholders across cultures.
Background & Skills
- Bachelor (HBO) or equivalent, preferably in logistics, maritime, business, or technical studies
- Affinity with shipping is essential
- Experience with IMOS or similar systems is a plus
- Fluent in English (Dutch preferred)
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Personal Qualities: A flexible and adaptable team player with a hands-on, solution-oriented mindset, who balances independence with collaboration and is eager to learn, grow, or take ownership and drive optimisation depending on experience level.
What Bunge Offers We offer a challenging and dynamic position within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network, where you will join a professional and stimulating environment with enthusiastic and driven colleagues. Our comprehensive offering includes:
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: A competitive salary package, an annual bonus scheme based on company results and individual performance, an attractive and fully funded pension scheme, and an additional full month’s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance and 27 holiday days a year (based on fulltime employment)
- Exceptional Learning & Growth Opportunities: This role is specifically designed for accelerated professional growth, providing a unique "learn by doing" experience at the forefront of global trade. You will gain broad exposure to various disciplines, with clear growth opportunities (e.g., expanding into new products or markets), and access to extensive internal and external training and development programs.
- Modern Workspace & Perks: Our modern, inspiring office in the center of Rotterdam (adjacent to the Markthal and Blaak station) offers complimentary daily lunch service, a business laptop, and reimbursement for public transport travel.
- Engaging Work Environment: Participate in annual company cultural and sport activities, such as the Harbour Run, football tournaments, and team-building events, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration. We also offer a membership with Urban sports fully paid by the employer for 4 workouts a week.
Diversity & Inclusion We firmly believe that a workforce comprising colleagues from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs makes us inherently stronger. We value diversity and cultivate an inclusive work environment that brings together many minds, talents, and perspectives. We offer an environment where colleagues receive fair and equal opportunities to progress their careers at Bunge. We welcome all applicants regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social origin, or any other characteristic. Together, we are stronger and achieve more.
How to Apply Are you ready to make a significant impact within a global company? Please submit your application through the application button. If your experience with shipping is not clearly evident from your CV, please include a motivational letter to elaborate on your affinity with the maritime industry.
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At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge
