Associate Operations Analyst (1991)

aramcoservices; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramco Services in Houston is seeking a trading operations coordinator to assist the execution of its trading activity while managing contractual obligations and minimizing operational risk. You will ensure data accuracy in the ETRM system for exposure, settlements, and invoicing, and you will collaborate with customs authorities, shipping agents, and logistics partners to optimize operations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify inefficiencies and optimize processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute operational procedures for trading activity to meet external contractual obligations with minimal risk.
• Maintain accurate data in the ETRM system to support reporting and invoicing.
• Collaborate with external logistics partners to optimize fleet operations and deliveries.
• Communicate with internal teams to ensure timely execution of operations and compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Assist the operational execution of a specific area of trading activity in the relevant Subsidiary to achieve commercial KPIs while minimizing operational risk and managing contractual obligations to external parties in an optimal manner.

KEY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Process Optimization

• Execute all operational procedures for the trading activity of a specific product and geography to ensure all external contractual obligations are met with optimal operational risk to ATC.
• Ensure all data is accurately reflected in a timely manner in the company’s ETRM to enable accurate reporting of exposure, P&L and enable finance activity like settlement of invoices, claims, etc.

Collaboration

• Foster relationships with key external stakeholders e.g. customs authorities, shipping agents, storage providers, inspection companies to obtain market intelligence, visibility on competitor activity and preempt operational risks.

COMMUNICATION

Internal Communications:

• Continuous communication with Trading team, Charterers, Claims & Finance to ensure timely execution of operations procedures for specific trading activity

External Communications:

• Collaboration with external logistics partners, shipping companies, and terminal operators to optimize fleet operations, ensure timely cargo deliveries, and mitigate supply chain disruptions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Skills (Required, Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, providing a strong foundation in operations management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and senior management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify operational inefficiencies, implement process improvements, and drive performance optimization.

Experience and Knowledge (Required, Preferred)

Preferred

• Knowledge of trading operations, including logistics, shipping, inventory management.

NO THIRD-PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED