2016-02-20

Puma Energy is a global integrated midstream and downstream oil company active in close to 45 countries. Formed in 1997 in Central America, Puma Energy has since expanded its activities worldwide, achieving rapid growth, diversification and product line development. The company directly manages over 7,500 employees. Headquartered in Singapore, it has regional hubs in Johannesburg (South Africa), San Juan (Puerto Rico), Brisbane (Australia) and Tallinn (Estonia).

Puma Energy’s core activities in the midstream sector include the supply, storage and transportation of petroleum products. Puma Energy’s activities are underpinned by investment in infrastructure which optimises supply chain systems, capturing value as both asset owner and marketer of product. Puma Energy’s downstream activities include the distribution, retail sales and wholesale of a wide range of refined products, with additional product offerings in the lubricants, bitumen, LPG and marine bunkering sectors. Puma Energy currently has a global network of over 2,000 retail service stations. Puma Energy also provides a robust platform for independent entrepreneurs to develop their businesses, by providing a viable alternative to traditional market supply sources.

Puma Operator

Main Purpose

1) Executing all the terminal day to day operations like entire oil movements (import & export) by pipeline, tanks, ships and trucks safely and efficiently.
2) Conduct all types of blending, transfers, sampling, gauging receipts and loading and all other activities as required by the daily operation of the terminal.

Key Responsibilities

- Execute all the imports and exports operations of the various hydro carbon cargos by ships, pipelines, trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
- Perform all the product blending, transfers, etc as per standards and procedures.
- Operate the pumps, valves, loading arms and all other terminal facilities in a safe and efficient manner.
- Perform tank gauging, sampling, water draining and quality assurance testing etc.
- Avoid any chances of cargo contaminations during operations.
- Participate in all the trainings arranged by department and QHSE.
- Report all the incidents, near miss and accidents.
- Always avoid leaks in the terminal. Maintain the work area clean, neat and tidy always.
- Maintain and comply all the IMS and SAPS system requirements in the day to day operations. Follow the Permit To Work (PTW) system for all terminal activities.
- Treat safety as a top priority and meet all pertinent regulation, legal / environmental requirements.
- Responsible for their own safety and co-employees safety, consistently implementing their standard operating procedures and work instructions with planned work instructions
- Perform the routine/contingency drills.
- Comply with any other task entrusted by the supervisor within the operations of the terminal.
- Perform routine maintenance and inspection of terminal facilities like fire pumps, firefighting equipment, cargo pumps, loading arms, valves, tank gauging equipment, etc.
- Maintaining necessary terminal records.
- Authorize, inspect, monitor and audit the work of contractors and third party truck drivers in the terminal.
- Monitor, record and report variable parameters at jetty as well as terminal.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Experience:
• Certificate in any Engineering Discipline or Equivalent
• 2 years minimum experience in Oil Terminal operations or Petrochemical  industry

Key Relationships

 Internal – Operators, Senior Operator, Shift Supervisors, Logistics,  Maintenance, QHSE
 External – Shipping Agents, Port Controls, Surveyors, Contractors, Vessels, Truck Drivers

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Logistic Coodinator

Main Purpose

Acts as a focal point and coordinate with client’s (representatives) and internal contact and 3rd parties for all activities related to operational activities for deliveries, re-deliveries, product transfer and internal cargo movements in ensuring proper logistics execution. Plan and monitor the clients required services based on organization commitments and local (port and local government) requirements. Control the cargo movements’ activities documentation and reporting.

Provides all back office and logistic support to the business by becoming focal point of communication and dissemination information to all internal contacts and 3rd parties, shipment management activities. Ensures processes are executed following appropriate control standard and complying with all company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Be the “key contact /focal point” in establishing communication between clients (and client’s representative(s)) related to shipment and movement of cargoes and product) and ensure processes are executed following appropriate controls standards and complying with all company policies:
- Manage the client’s daily logistics operation interface so as to keep Logistic Supervisor informed and satisfied.
- Assist in development and implementation of shipment plans for all activities associated with Puma Energy/Trafigura Marine.
- Acting as contact person (focal point) in term of communication and information agent on the requirements, progress and process of arrival and departure of vessel / truck.
- To report on problems, delays and deficiencies that foreseen and may occur directly to Logistics Supervisor.
- To received and record all delivery of supply materials to Puma Energy from supplier and the counterparts.
- Obtain Logistics Supervisor and company approvals on special activities.
- Coordinate with Trafigura Marine/representative(s), shipping agents and Terminal Port authorities on vessel arrival and departure.
- To adhere to job description and duty changes over time, from strategic planning and negotiation to implementation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Experience:
• Diploma in Logistic or business studies or its equivalent.
• Experience in distribution business, including supply chain and scheduling and planning exposure in an industrial company
• 3-4 years in the jobs with supervision and personnel management responsibilities
• Good geography knowledge of Malaysia particularly southern Peninsular Malaysia.

Skills:
• Proficient in Microsoft office and outlook, experience in Navison will be an advantage.
• Strong leadership skills with safety oriented
• Good communication and inter personal skills
• English proficiency, ability to write clearly and effectively.

Competencies:
• Customer focus and service oriented
• Excellent planning and organizing skill
• Able to handle fast moving and high pressure customer  facing environment
• Team players
• Capable of making decision and solving issue.

Key Relationships

• Internal – Logistic Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Senior Operator & Operation Administrator
• External – Client, Shipping Agents, Third Party Laboratory / Inspectors and other terminal logistic.

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Account Assistant

Main Purpose

Employee in this job primarily focuses on procurement function of the company. Ensures procurement processes are fully complied.  Coordinate with internal department for purchase requisitions, process the purchase orders in system, coordinate with the supplier for material/ services, accounting of invoices. Prepare company’s GST returns, support finance team in cash receipts, payments and other documentations. Act as a back-up for accountant. Work is performed by applying knowledge of accounting terminology and using spreadsheets and/or automated accounting systems. Ensures processes are executed following appropriate control standards and complying with all company policies.

Key Responsibilities

1 Processes purchase requisition, obtain quotes from suppliers, compare and review, process approved purchase orders in the system
2 Calculates rates paid for purchases and all price extensions.

3 Verifies items billed against items ordered and received and reconciles differences through follow-up with the vendor and/or other employees. Capture invoices in the system accurately.
4 Enters, updates, and/or retrieves accounting data from automated systems.
5 Posts financial data to appropriate accounts in an automated accounting system, according to instructions.
6 Reviews on-line transactions for changes and accuracy and corrects errors.
7 Retrieves system reports.
8 Assigns codes to data.
9 Disburses funds using manual/local warrants or petty cash and makes change according to specific instructions.
10 Endorses warrants or money orders, prepares account deposit ticket, and deposits money as directed.
11 Determines content and assembles data in order to prepare monthly reports for review.
12 Reconciles transactions, financial data, and other information to an automated accounting system.
13 Pre-audits, verifies, and processes employee expense claims reviewing rules for employee compliance.
14 Composes routine letters and reports using instructions or guidelines of the work area.
15 Inventories office supplies and equipment; prepares and submits orders for purchase.
16 Explains appropriate work instructions to other employees.
17 Interprets and applies instructions and guidelines to resolve work problems.
18 Files and/or removes records and reports.
Operates standard office equipment.
Performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Education :

• Minimum with certificate of Finance or any relevance qualification.

Experience:

• 1-2 years minimum experience in Finance or Admin.

Skills:

• Computer programs package knowledge: Windows, Word, Excel and Power Point.
• General knowledge on Finance.

Competencies:

• Task-oriented
• Good oral and written communications skills
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Key Relationships

Key Relationships:
 Internal – Finance team, Operations, Logistics
 External – Suppliers, Auditors, Government agencies

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Bitumen Technical Sale

Main Purpose

Function:
The Bitumen Sales Manager is responsible supporting the development, growth and management of the entire Bitumen business in country.  This role reports directly to the Regional Sales Manager. A strong customer focus is essential with the ability to develop long standing customer relationships is key for this role.

This role must be able to identify potential customers and create an offer that meets the customers’ needs as well as reflects our supply options of bags, bitutainers and bulk bitumen.  This role requires a sound knowledge of bitumen production, how it’s used and the ability to advise on correct heating and handling of the product.

Most importantly, it must manage the customer portfolio to contribute to the income and EBITDA targets set out in the business plan.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1.
Account Management:
• Develop & maintain business relationship with designated Bitumen customers, assist the customers and support the relevant divisions in forecasting, ordering and delivering of products.
• Develop a contact plan for customers and identify what opportunities will be targeted with approval from the Regional Sales Manager.
• Provide a high level of customer service that ensures Puma is the preferred supplier to the customer and adds value to the customers’ business model.
• Always conduct business in a professional manner ensuring that activities are conducted in accordance with the company’s code of conduct.

2.
Business Growth:
• Identify new customer opportunities to grow the business and to increase margins.
• Ensure all Know Your Customer (KYC) processes are undertaken so that the customer sees a seamless process from order to payment.
• Identify other non-bitumen opportunities for bitumen customers that require fuels, lubricants or LPG.
• Add value to the customer by providing technical information regarding Puma’s products (i.e Bulk, Bags or Bitutainers) and identify solutions that grow volume and margin.

3
Business Analysis:
• Keep the business updated with information including but not limited to, competitor pricing, market size, market share, new road building projects in the pipeline and changes to specifications.
• Undertake margin and sales analysis by customer as required.
• Ensure all master file data for customers is kept up to date

4
Credit Control:
• Ensure credit is approved and effectively collected in accordance with the company credit policy.
• Proactively work with the Business Support team to collect outstanding debt.
• Ensure customers do not purchase outside of their credit limit.

5
Support and Training :
• Provide a high level of quality presentations for Government, Customer, Funds Providers and Consultant groups as required.
• Provide data and support the Regional Sales Manager when tendering on Government contracts.
• Undertake all training as allocated by the Regional Sales Manager and identified in the training matrix for sales managers.

6
Quality Management System Compliance
• Comply and support the Quality Management system in all aspects of your role.
• Adopt and implement the principles of continuous improvement in all aspects of your role.
• Ensure the awareness of customer requirements (internal & external) are promoted throughout the business.
• Review, monitor and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the quality management system.
• Engage, support and continuously improve communication processes that support the quality management system and provide positive outcomes for the business, customers and key stakeholders.

7
Workplace Health & Safety
• Challenge unsafe behaviours when observed.
• Regularly inspect the work area for hazards and safety compliance.
• Recognise demonstrated safe behaviour and promote within your work group.
• Seek opportunities to improve safety performance and remain informed of safety best practice and legislative standards.
• Set an example for fellow workers to follow by implementing the ideas of workplace health and safety in your department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Experience:
• University degree, preferably in a business or engineering stream.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in similar position, with BTB responsibilities.
• An understanding of the bitumen or asphalt industry would be an advantage.
• A proven track record of strong commercial relationships with key Strategic B2B companies.
• Experience in developing and preparing value led (tender) proposals and documents.
• A proven track record in exceeding Sales and Profit targets.
• Familiar with identifying and quantifying value enhancing opportunities.

Skills:
• Strong strategic and analytical skills.
• Key account management skills.
• Demonstrated value selling skills and a track record of developing new business.
• Strong influencing skills and negotiate on senior level in English.
• Strong written and oral negotiation, presentation and communication skills.
• High level of organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, complete projects and manage multiple tasks within a continuously changing business environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Competencies:
• Proficient in the use of Word, Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Ability to proactively seek out and generate Sales and Profits within new and existing customers.
• Ability to identify value enhancing opportunities both for customers and Puma Energy.
• Demonstrate and maintain high standard of personal presentation and conduct.
• Strong commitment to following and reporting health and safety issues.
• Able to deal with pressure in a dynamic and busy work environment.

Key Relationships

• Internal :  Country General Manager, Regional Sales Manager, BTB Sales Team , Operations Team, Finance Team
• External :  Existing and potential Key and Strategic Customers (Ministry Of Works, Distributors, Business Groups & networks , Training organizations, Marketing Agency)

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