Trade Operations (Oil and Gas)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily cargo operations which include the scrutiny of contracts, preparation activities relating to payment security, documentation, insurance, survey, agency appointment, etc.
• Implementation of trading operations for spot and term contracts
• Liaise closely with external stakeholders, including but not limited to terminal owners and counterparties on timely product loading/discharging activities
• Ensure timely updates of trade information in the trading system
• Ensure smooth running of trade finance and billing-related activities
• Prepare, monitor, and verify invoices and documents for payment
• Accurately analyse and calculate demurrage with owner and counterparties
• Maintain the database of operational information daily for analysis and reporting purposes
• Ensure e-filing & documentation for each contract are done in a timely and accurate manner
• Collaborate with team members and build productive working relationships with internal stakeholders i.e. Traders, Shipping Dept, Contracts/legal, finance, terminals, and any concerned teams
• Maintain excellent relationships with counterparties
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the team

Requirements

• O&G experience is preferred.
• Prior shipping operations experience in the oil or tanker industry will be an advantage.
• Knowledgeable and good understanding of shipping operations in the oil or tanker industries.
• Storage management/blending experience is an added advantage.
• Proficient in both spoken and written English.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and quantitative skills.
• Proven team player, proactive.
• Able to manage time well, work under pressure and multi-task.