Trainee operations officer

Your role in our network

As our Operations trainee, you will start in one of our trade operation teams to put your talents to good use where it really matters. Our one-year programme allows you to discover yourself through different experiences within Operations. You will learn more about your allocated discipline, supply chain management and the commodity-trading sector. Our new Operations trainee is ambitious, is an excellent communicator and has the ability to proactively work together with all stakeholders. At Viterra, we make things happen and as Operations trainee, you will work on an international scale and be responsible for the administration, communication and monitoring of various logistical processes. This means ensuring all necessary documentation and arrangements are in order for timely delivery of our worldwide commodities. Alongside the logistical planning and execution, you will handle on-the-spot inquiries relating to logistical processes. When issues arise, you will be required to provide efficient and effective solutions. You will regularly handle large shipments of 60,000MT or more.

What will you do?

• You will appoint cargo superintendents;
• Contact vessel agents and thoroughly check commodity contracts, as well as charter party terms;
• Make reservations, book invoices;
• Timely presentation of prepared documentation (such as bill of lading and certificates of origin) are key in completing operations effectively;
• You will put logistical information in to our system.

What we offer

• A competitive salary and an annual bonus scheme, based on company results and your performance;
• An additional full month’s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance;
• Exciting opportunities to progress your career within our international network;
• A flexible and attractive pension scheme, fully funded by Viterra;
• A challenging position within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network;
• A professional and stimulating environment in which enthusiastic and driven colleagues work together in a practical and informal way;
• 27 days of annual leave, including Good Friday and one flexible day during the Christmas and New Year period;
• Access to a range of free and exclusive classes to improve your physical and mental wellbeing as part of Viterra’s Vitality programme;
• Tailored learning & development opportunities;
• A modern, open and inspiring office in the centre of Rotterdam, next to the Markthal and Blaak station;
• Complimentary daily lunch service from our Viterra restaurant;
• Options for flexible working, in accordance with our working from home policy;
• Business laptop;
• Reimbursement of travel to work (via public transport).

Who are we looking for?

• You have a bachelor degree in Operations Management, International Business, Supply Management or similar;
• You are responsible and experience stressful peak periods like a challenge;
• Flexible, hands-on and proactive;
• You have good communication skills with a feeling for cultural differences;
• Applicants must be residing in the Netherlands to be considered for this position;
• You have strong written and verbal (English) communication skills.

Who we are

We believe in the power of connection

Our world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network connects producers and consumers to supply sustainable, traceable and quality-controlled agricultural products.

With our talented people, decades of experience and diverse capabilities, we offer innovative solutions to open pathways and create value for customers through our supply chains.

As a responsible long-term business, we will continue to invest in and develop our network, allowing us to meet the needs of a growing world.

What do we stand for?

We believe that a workforce made up of colleagues from different backgrounds, cultures and beliefs can only make us stronger.

We value diversity and work inclusively to bring together many minds, many talents and many perspectives. We offer a work environment where colleagues receive fair and equal opportunities to progress their career at Viterra.

We welcome all applicants regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social origin or any other characteristic.

Application procedure

Your submission

Thank you for your application! You can expect to receive a call from us within 2 working days. We're excited to learn more about you and if we see a fit with the organization, we'll invite you for a digital interview.

(Digital) interview

The first interview is a chance to get to know each other and determine whether there is a potential fit for moving forward in the hiring process.

Interview at Viterra

Depending on the position, a second or possibly even a third interview or business case may be scheduled, during which we'll welcome you at our headquarters in Rotterdam. Additionally, a reference check and integrity screening by a third party are part of our procedure.

The offer

If we're excited to have you join our team and you're still enthusiastic about Viterra, you'll receive an offer.

Welcome in the team

We're excited to have you on board and can't wait to start working together.

Do you have any questions?

Recruiter: Robert.vandenouwelant@careersatviterra.com