Employee Execution & Logistics Cotton

ADM Germany GmbH

Jobbeschreibung

as Employee Execution & Logistics – Cotton department (m/f/d)
in the area of Logistics, Transportation,Warehousing, Supply Chain

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.


  • Handle the day to day activities related to Cotton Container Execution from Brazil and the US to several destination markets worldwide
  • Support the Trading/Commercial Department regarding to contractual terms such as Incoterms, documents required, payments, shipment, costs, discounts, etc.
  • Responsible to obtain and register necessary information to process the Letters of Credit and related financial transactions
  • Evaluate the credit data to make sure they adhere to internal requirements and bank policies
  • Analyse Letters of Credit and commodity contracts to match terms
  • Prepare and send Documentary and Shipment Instructions to the suppliers, establishing the necessary steps and requirements that must be fulfilled and accompanied for each shipment
  • Register shipping information and concerning data in the controls/systems
  • Analyse, prepare and negotiate clean documents under the corresponding Letter of Credit or other contractual payment terms
  • Support colleagues about the terms and conditions in the Letter of Credits to determine compliance to the standard banking practices to ensure a smooth negotiation
  • Handle the presentation of documents, follow-up with banks and being able to analyse/discuss discrepancies raised and record the corresponding utilization of the respective Letter of Credit
  • Co-ordinate with the execution team and the banks to abide by the Letter of Credit timelines
  • Handle incoming queries and communications from both internal colleagues and external clients
  • Prepare reports about shipments, documents negotiations and other related activities
  • Support other areas of the company such as Finance, Controlling, Accounting and Auditing with information

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in operations/logistics/international trade or finance/economics
  • Many years of experience in the field of Letters of Credit (UCP 600, ISBP 745 and SWIFT messaging system) is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of ELCY system desirable
  • Previous experience in international trade operations (trading, banking, freight forwarding, customs brokerage, credit insurance underwriting), preferably in container operations/logistics
  • Deep understanding of shipping documentation and negotiation (CAD, L/C)
  • Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) certificate desirable
  • Proven experience in providing customer solutions
  • Good verbal and written communication, organisational and time management skills
  • Solution oriented team player with problem solving skills
  • Ability to build relationships
  • Drive to innovate and improve
  • Fluent in English
  • Proficient user of Microsoft Office

  • Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
  • Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path
  • A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity
  • Excellent career and development opportunities in a world leading nutrition company
  • An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers

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