Trading Operations Specialist — Shipments, LC & Contracts

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD. is seeking a Trading Operations Associate based in Tanjong Pagar. Working days are Monday–Friday (5 days) with hours 9:00am–6:00pm.

Salary ranges from S$3,500 to S$6,000, commensurate with experience. The role requires LC/shipment experience and iron ore exposure, plus a degree or diploma in a related field. The candidate will manage contracts, plan shipments, handle payments, and coordinate with Commercial, Risk, Finance, and Shipping teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in International Trade, Maritime Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Logistics, Business Management, Economics, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience.
• Must have experience handling LC and shipment.
• Experience with iron ore products is required.

Responsibilities

• Keep an accurate understanding and ensure the correct application of commodity contracts and contractual obligations.
• Negotiate contract terms with miners and external customers and align internally to facilitate contract signing.
• Plan and execute shipments in accordance with commodity contracts.
• Accurately interpret contract terms and execute payments/receivables, including Letters of Credit (LC), DP/DA, and other payment methods, in accordance with contractual terms.
• Assist in cargo planning, including vessel nomination, shipping advice, insurance declaration, discharge port agent appointment, and loading/discharge operations.
• Manage shipping documents and payments, ensuring accurate invoices and shipping documents are issued by miners.
• Issue provisional, preliminary final, and final invoices in a timely manner according to contractual terms.
• Handle AR/AP settlements, including laytime, freight differentials, and other related matters.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers while proactively identifying opportunities and highlighting potential risks or exposures.
• Liaise with various departments, including Commercial, Risk, Finance, and Shipping, to resolve operational issues.
• Recommend improvements to enhance the effectiveness and productivity of trade execution processes.

Skills

LC handling

Shipment experience

Iron ore experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in International Trade / related discipline

Job description

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD. is seeking a Trading Operations Associate based in Tanjong Pagar. Working days are Monday–Friday (5 days) with hours 9:00am–6:00pm.

Salary ranges from S$3,500 to S$6,000, commensurate with experience. The role requires LC/shipment experience and iron ore exposure, plus a degree or diploma in a related field. The candidate will manage contracts, plan shipments, handle payments, and coordinate with Commercial, Risk, Finance, and Shipping teams.