Trafigura Hiring! Full Time Analyst - NF Operator in - Ricebowl

Main purpose

The candidate is responsible for all aspects of executing physical shipments from trade execution through to trade completion. Responsibilities include but are not limited to logistics, contract administration, settlement, and risk mitigation covering metal shipments, with a focus on Korean-speaking counterparties and the broader Asia-Pacific region.

Key responsibilities

• Written and verbal daily contact with suppliers, receivers and service providers
• Understanding monthly tonnage requirements and co-ordinating the shipments with our customers
• Organization and coordination of shipments through direct contact with various Trafigura offices
• Maintenance of multiple reports including Credit Exposure reports and Logistics reports and shipping lists
• Timely and routine updates of inhouse IT system to reflect accurate location and status of cargo at all times
• Ensuring all pricing orders from suppliers / customers are actioned, acknowledging pricing requests and sending to the deals desk for execution
• Preparation, verification, and handling of all shipping documents
• Checking and arranging payments
• Insuring cargoes while observing incoterms
• Manage invoicing while ensuring compliance with agreed payment terms, including Holding Certificates, Cash Against Documents (CAD), Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Bank Collections, and Open Account arrangements, and proactively follow up with customers to ensure timely payment
• Arranging for inspection, sampling, assaying and umpires of cargoes as per contractual terms

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• BE/MBA or equivalent degree in Mathematics / Statistics / Economics / Finance or a related subject
• Min 3 – 5 years’ experience in the metal/logistics industry preferred
• Business-level fluency in Korean (spoken and written) is required for daily interaction with Korean-speaking suppliers, customers and counterparties
• Fluency in English is essential for internal communication with traders and global departments
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite specially Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook with hands on experience of leveraging MS Excel for data gathering & reporting
• Ability to analyze large datasets
• Solid analytical capabilities, including the ability to summarize complex logistical issues and detailed analysis with clarity and brevity in written or oral form
• Accurate and efficient working style with good attention to detail to complete the business as usual
• Ability to be flexible with working hours in the event of deadlines and work well under pressure