Main Purpose
Commercial physical oil logistics/blending operations and trader support. Co-ordinates all aspects of the post-deal trading activity to ensure contract execution runs smoothly. Provide commercial/market information to the trader as necessary. Co-ordinate shipping/logistics in order to effect the trade successfully. Handling product blending in terminal. Assists in the research of new business opportunities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
5-8 years' of operational experience in oil trading, with deep experience in oil cargo execution and blending operations.
Ability to optimise operational plans, manage costs and handle multiple cargoes in a fast-paced environment.
Problem solving ability to manage operational challenges and mitigate risks.
Ability to establish good working relationships with relevant counterparties.
Strong communication skills and numeral literacy are very important.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end operational execution of oil trades from recap to completion, including STS transfers, storage movements and blending activities. Coordinate closely with traders, chartering, agents, surveyors and counterparties to ensure smooth cargo execution, while optimising operational plans, managing costs and identifying operational risks early to ensure efficient and timely trade completion.
Key Relationships
EXTERNAL:
COUNTERPARTIES
AGENTS
SURVEYORS
SHIP OWNERS
TERMINAL’S PERSONNEL
INTERNAL:
GLOBAL OPS TEAM
GLOBAL OIL TRADERS
CHARTERING DEPT
INSURANCE DEPT PERSONNEL
STORAGE DEPT PERSONNEL
DEAL DESK
TRADE FINANCE
Trafigura is a leading commodities group, owned by its employees and founded over 30 years ago. At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. We deploy infrastructure, market expertise and our worldwide logistics network to move oil and petroleum products, metals and minerals, gas and power from where they are produced to where they are needed, forming strong relationships that make supply chains more efficient, secure and sustainable. We invest in renewable energy projects and technologies to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy, including through MorGen Energy and joint venture Nala Renewables.
The Trafigura Group also comprises industrial assets and operating businesses including multi-metals producer Nyrstar, fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy, the Impala Terminals joint venture and Greenergy, supplier and distributor of transportation fuels and biofuels. The Group employs approximately 14,500 people, of which over 1,400 are shareholders and is active in over 150 countries.
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