Summary
About this role
We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
About the Unit
At Yara International, we’ve been shaping the future of agriculture and sustainability since 1905. Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Yara is a global company with a strong presence in over 60 countries across six continents, employing more than 17,000 people worldwide. We specialize in agricultural products, industrial solutions, and environmental innovations, all driven by a deep commitment to sustainable practices and ethical collaboration with farmers and partners around the globe. Our mission is bold and inspiring: to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet.
Within the Yara Global Production (YGP) organization, the Procurement unit plays a vital role in the sourcing of key materials, goods and services, while managing global supply chain operations and maritime logistics. Our team of professionals based all over the world ensures reliable, cost-effective and sustainable supply to Yara’s global operations and services.
We are looking for a Dry Bulk Operator to join our Supply Operations team, part of the Nitrogen Sourcing & Trading unit within Procurement at Yara. This is a unique opportunity to be at the center of global supply chain operations, helping ensure the flow of essential materials that support sustainable agriculture worldwide.
If you're driven by global trade, logistics, and sustainability, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on a global scale.
Responsibilities
- Execute and monitor purchase and sales contracts for fertilizers.
- Coordinate with suppliers, port agents, and surveyors for smooth cargo operations.
- Monitor voyage performance and manage operational costs.
- Handle documentation, demurrage/despatch calculations and claims, and post-fixture activities.
- Prepare and coordinate letters of credit, including follow-up.
- Draft and manage sales contracts and purchase orders as needed, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
- Handling export and import documentation in compliance with internal and international trade regulations.
- Ensure accurate and timely invoicing to customers and control and allocate incoming invoices related to the operation.
- Maintain accurate records in the company’s ERP system and tools.
Profile
- Business diploma or equivalent degree.
- Solid understanding of bulk and container shipping.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in commodity trading operations.
- Strong knowledge of Incoterms, trade finance and maritime logistics.
- Autonomous and able to work under pressure.
- Multi-task and proactive mindset IT skills, SAP knowledge is a plus.
- Fluent in English with good communication skills (writing, speaking).
- Experience working with Africa markets is highly desirable.
Additional Information
This position is based in Oslo, where local terms & conditions will apply. The role will require some travelling to Yara sites and locations worldwide.
As a global organization we actively strive to reflect the diversity in society. We therefore encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply, and we are committed to offering a diverse and inclusive work environment which allows combining career progress with the needs of family or other personal circumstances.
Contact details
Adriana Maria Bermudez Nieto - Director Supply Chain Operations
Yannick Deplechin - Senior Manager People & Culture
Apply no later than
Sunday 22 February 2026
Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.
As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.
Other facts
About Yara International
Yara's mission is to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet. We pursue a strategy of sustainable value growth through reducing emissions from crop nutrition production and developing low-emission energy solutions. Yara’s ambition is focused on growing a nature-positive food future that creates value for our customers, shareholders and society at large and delivers a more sustainable food value chain.
To drive the green shift in fertilizer production, shipping, and other energy intensive industries, Yara will produce ammonia with significantly lower emissions. We provide digital tools for precision farming and work closely with partners at all levels of the food value chain to share knowledge and promote more efficient and sustainable solutions.
Founded in 1905 to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has established a unique position as the industry’s only global crop nutrition company. With 18,000 employees and operations in more than 60 countries, sustainability is an integral part of our business model. In 2024, Yara reported revenues of USD 13.9 billion.
What you'll do
- The operator will execute and monitor purchase and sales contracts for fertilizers, coordinating closely with suppliers, port agents, and surveyors to ensure smooth cargo operations. Key duties also involve handling all related documentation, managing financial calculations like demurrage/despatch, and maintaining accurate records in the company's ERP system.
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