Junior Commodities Trader: Global Markets & Logistics

SHERMAN MINERAL TRADING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherman Mineral Trading Pte. Ltd. invites a motivated Junior Trader to join our commodities trading team in Singapore. You will support negotiations, manage end-to-end trade operations, and ensure compliance across cycles, working closely with buyers, suppliers and shipping partners.

The role requires a Diploma/Bachelor’s in commerce or related field, 3–5 years in commodities trading, and familiarity with Letters of Credit. Mandarin is a plus for cross-border coordination.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in commodities trading or related industries.
• Familiar with trade finance tools like Letters of Credit.
• Strong understanding of international trade operations and regulations.
• Attention to detail, organized and independent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and trade documentation systems.
• English fluency; Mandarin preferred for liaising with Chinese-speaking counterparts.

Responsibilities

• Trade & Market Analysis: interact with traders, assist negotiations, monitor market trends, build relationships with buyers and suppliers.
• Operations & Logistics: prepare trade docs (B/L, COO, COA, invoices); coordinate with shipping agents and customers; track shipments.
• Reporting & Record Maintenance: maintain trade records and generate monthly reports for stakeholders.
• Financial & Documentation Management: validate supplier invoices, assist AP/AR with finance, archive documents.
• Trade Compliance & Risk Management: prepare LC and trade finance docs; coordinate with banks; ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Organized

Independent

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in Commerce, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

Letters of Credit (L/C)

Job description

Sherman Mineral Trading Pte. Ltd. invites a motivated Junior Trader to join our commodities trading team in Singapore. You will support negotiations, manage end-to-end trade operations, and ensure compliance across cycles, working closely with buyers, suppliers and shipping partners.

The role requires a Diploma/Bachelor’s in commerce or related field, 3–5 years in commodities trading, and familiarity with Letters of Credit. Mandarin is a plus for cross-border coordination.