About this role
Trading Operator
This position is a key part of the Shell Trading & Supply global network (STN), the principal trading and shipping business of the Group. The STN is one of the largest trading and shipping companies worldwide and continues to be a dynamic and rapidly growing business. STN is a truly Global Organization with some 16 trading offices in such places as Houston, London, Singapore, Dubai, Barbados etc.
Commercial Operators are responsible for oil and freight operations to the various business desks. Commercial Operations staffs work alongside Traders / Trading Managers to optimize the deal portfolio to provide commercial benefits to the business. It is a fast moving and changing environment and Operators will work alongside a diverse, multi-cultured group of people. The work is extremely varied according to the desk but Operators are developed to gain a common set of professional skills.
This role is specifically to provide Commercial Operations support to the Latin America (Latam) Crude Oil trading desk.
Accountabilities:
- Ensure that all obligations arising from the contract/charter party are carried out and seek to add value by exercising embedded commercial and logistical deal options by using a pro-active approach to problem solving, in tandem with the wishes of the Traders.
- Highlight any contract optimisation opportunities, thinking on your feet to deal with contractual problems (e.g. off spec cargoes, vessel delays, etc) and ensuring that these are managed professionally and optimally for the trading business.
- Deal with oil and freight counterparties, terminals, vessels, agents and inspectors on a regular basis regarding all post-deal activities ensuring operations are expedited and all necessary operational information is communicated in good time and documentary requirements are met.
- Make oil and vessel nominations, prepare and send voyage orders and monitor progress of vessels. Appoint independent inspectors, expeditors and ships agents.
- Ensure that all oil and freight operational information is entered into Trading systems (FED/DEX, RADAR etc) in a timely fashion and ensure that the trading position is accurate at all times and adequate records are kept to meet legal and fiscal obligations.
- Understand the potential commercial impact of cargo/demurrage claims and ensure that the necessary commercial actions are taken to protect Shell's business position both during and after the physical activity.
- Liaise with Finance Operations to ensure that deals are correctly and timely settled.
- Gain & use a full understanding of all operational aspects of the