Trading Operator

Redstone Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global commodity trading house in Singapore is seeking an operator with over 2 years of experience in trading operations, particularly in dry bulk commodities like coal and metals. The role involves managing trade operations, collaborating with multiple departments, and handling shipping documentation. Candidates with strong analytical and interpersonal skills are encouraged to apply. Please send your resume to the provided email.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in trading operations within the commodity space, handling dry bulk products.
• Good knowledge of letters of credit and relevant shipping documentation.
• Familiar with dry bulk vessel operations, laytime calculations, and demurrage.

Responsibilities

• Manage trade operations for the company’s dry bulk raw materials trading business.
• Work closely with trading, finance, trade execution, chartering and accounting functions.
• Draft and process contracts and documentation for shipping and letters of credit.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Job description

Redstone Commodity Search focuses on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages; Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s volatile market. We are working with a global commodity trading house that is looking to hire an operator to join its team in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for managing trade operations for the company’s dry bulk raw materials trading business (steam coal, coking coal, pet coke, metals)
• Work closely with the trading, finance, trade execution, chartering and accounting functions to ensure a smooth end to end process
• Draft and process contracts and documentations for shipping and letters of credit (sales and purchase)
• Calculate laytime and negotiate demurrage settlements
• Role reports to VP of Operations / Regional Operations Manager

Key Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in trading operations within the commodity space, handling dry bulk products (direct experience handling coal, coke and metals would be advantageous)
• Good knowledge of letters of credit and relevant shipping documentation
• Familiar with dry bulk vessel operations, laytime calculations, charter parties and demurrage
• Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Located in Singapore

If you match the job description and are keen on applying for this role; please send us a copy of your resume/cover letter to [e-mail] or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.