Trade Operations (Base Metals) - Commodities Trading Firm

Kerry Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry Consulting is seeking an Operations Executive for a leading global commodity trading house in Singapore. You will develop and execute global transportation flows of metal commodities, ensuring timely deliveries and smooth execution of trades.

You will manage key accounts, oversee regional inventories, and participate in deal financing including LC review and supplier payments, plus vessel tracking and laytime reviews.

Qualifications

• Degree in Maritime Studies or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in copper, aluminium or nickel.
• Strong understanding of containerized shipment and cargo operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global transportation flows of metal commodities and ensure smooth execution of physical trades and timely deliveries.
• Manage key accounts by overseeing regional markets, customer requirements and inventory tracking.
• Involve in deal financing, including Letter of Credit review and negotiation, and supplier payments.
• Oversee ocean vessel tracking and laytime review per charterparty terms; manage transportation negotiations and quotations to support new business development.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Cargo operations

Inventory tracking

Deal financing

Education

Degree in Maritime Studies

Job description

This leading global commodity trading house, with strong expertise across physical and financial commodity markets, is expanding its business to capture new opportunities in the evolving market landscape. As part of this growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operator specializing in base metals to join the Singapore team.

Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations Executive entails developing and executing global transportation flows of metal commodities, ensuring smooth execution of physical trades and timely customer deliveries in line with industry best practices. Manages key accounts by overseeing regional markets, customer requirements, and inventory tracking. Experienced in deal financing, including Letter of Credit review and negotiation, as well as handling supplier payments. Additionally, oversees ocean vessel tracking and laytime review in accordance with charterparty terms, and manages transportation negotiations and quotations to support new business development initiatives.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Maritime Studies or a related discipline, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in copper, aluminium or nickel. A strong understanding of containerized shipment and cargo operations is required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders. The candidate must also be able to perform well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.