Deputy General Manager Trade Execution

Role Purpose:

Lead and transform Bunges endtoend Trade Execution across Bulk/Dry and Container value chainsconsolidating and streamlining the global container business postViterra merger embedding enhanced controls and reimagining the trade execution taxonomy using an Agentic AI lens. The role delivers stepchange improvements in speed accuracy costtoserve cash conversion risk management and customer experience enabling a scalable resilient and datadriven Bunge supply chain.

Main Accountabilities:

1) Strategy & Operating Model Transformation

• Define and execute the Target Operating Model (TOM) for Trade Execution that unifies Bulk/Dry and Container flows optimizes handoffs and standardizes global SOPs/RACI.
• Establish a Bunge Trade Execution Taxonomy & Ontology (process data events controls) designed for eventdriven AIfirst operations and auditready traceability.
• Build a multiyear roadmap (people process data tech) to improve velocity quality and costtoserve; align with Bunges enterprise strategy and GBS model.

2) PostMerger Integration Container Business

• Consolidate and streamline Bunges container execution postViterra integrationharmonize policies lanes rate cards vendor panels SLAs SOPs KPIs and data standards.
• Rationalize carrier/forwarder base; implement network and flow design for detention/demurrage (D&D) avoidance equipment optimization and improved ontime performance.
• Lead change management: communications training capability uplift and adoption.

3) EndtoEnd Trade Execution Leadership (Bulk/Dry & Container)

• Own the execution cycle: contract setup vessel/container nomination booking & scheduling documentation (LC/collections/open account) preshipment & shipment operations postfixture laytime/demurrage & claims settlements and exception handling.
• Ensure tight integration with Global Freight (chartering voyage management) Ports/Terminals Surveyors and Inspection providers for throughput reliability.
• Drive zerodefect documentation and ontime presentation to banks/buyers; minimize revenue leakage and timebar exposure.

4) Controls Risk & Compliance

• Embed an enhanced Internal Control Framework (SoXaligned): segregation of duties makerchecker contract & shipment control points and robust audit trails in CTRM/SAP/TMS.
• Ensure compliance with GAFTA/FOSFA/ANEC/NAEGA/ICA Incoterms UCP 600 ISBP 745 sanctions & AML/KYC controls and countryspecific trade regulations.
• Establish timebar monitoring and claims governance to achieve zero revenue leakage.

5) Agentic AI & Digital Automation (AIFirst Execution)

• Design pilot and scale an Agentic AI portfolio to deliver measurable productivity and control gains:
• Doc Agents: LC/collection pack assembly clause validation discrepancy detection and autopresentation readiness checks.
• ExceptionHandling Agents: Autotriage and resolution workflows for shipment delays D&D risk missing docs and discrepancy cures.
• Predictive ETA & Disruption Intelligence: Combine carrier feeds port congestion and historicals to proactively replan.
• Laytime/Demurrage Assistants: Precalculation clause interpretation counterparty negotiation support and timebar alerts.
• Reconciliation Agents: Autonomous 3way/4way match (contracts bookings BLs invoices receipts); anomaly detection for leakage/fraud.
• Knowledge Graph & Copilots: Create a Trade Execution Knowledge Graph; expose process copilots for planners docs specialists and claims analysts.
• RPA Agents Migration: Replatform tactical bots into goaldirected AI agents with guardrails monitoring and humanintheloop.
• Set AI guardrails (data privacy Responsible AI) model risk management and benefits tracking (STP rate cycle time FTE capacity released).

6) Performance Management & Value Delivery

• Define and publish a Global KPI/OKR suite; run weekly performance huddles and quarterly value reviews.
• Drive cash & cost outcomes: cash cycle reduction freight and D&D optimization productivity and quality.

7) Stakeholder Management & Governance

• Serve as the singlethreaded owner for execution performance; chair crossfunctional forums with Trading Freight Supply Chain Finance/Controlling and IT/Data.
• Vendor governance for carriers forwarders surveyors and agents; negotiate SLAs and continuous improvement commitments.

8) People Leadership & Capability Building

• Build and mentor a highperforming team (managers/SMEs/analysts) with clear career paths skills matrices and succession plans.
• Establish a Trade Execution Academy with AI fluency documentation mastery controls & compliance and negotiation skills.

Education & Experience:

• Masters degree (MBA/PG in Supply Chain International Business Operations or related).
• 15 years in global Trade Execution/Operations within Agri commodities including Bulk/Dry and Container flows; proven leadership of large multisite teams.

Distinct Advantage :

• Experience working in a similar Shared Services Centre setup
• Experience in processing of high volumes of transactions
• Experience in workflow tools and document imaging systems
• Strong customer service communication skills/soft skills

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 37000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where theyre grown to where theyre neededin 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 .

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We Are One Team Collaborative Respectful Inclusive
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We Do Whats Right Safety Sustainability With Integrity

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