Imperium Commodity Search
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Title: Shipping & Operations Administrator (Base Metals)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Location: London, UK
Imperium Commodity Search is working with the UK based trading division of an international metals company who have been trading base metal products into niche markets across the globe for over 10 years. They are currently looking for someone to join their operations team in London to fulfil contracts execution and post-fixture responsibilities – this role will entail all duties from the point of business confirmation to the final settlement of each trade/shipment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for executing and overseeing the lifecycle of each trade/business confirmation including contracts admin, logistics, hedging, documentation, insurance, & WSMD.
- Liaising with various international departments to organize the transport of products via truck, bulk or containerized shipments.
- Working with letters of credit, whilst monitoring related price exposures.
- Interfacing with warehouses, agents, brokers, and any 3rd parties key to the maintenance of a smooth supply chain and positive relationship with end receiver counterparties.
- Reports to Head of Operations.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years’ working within commodity operations handling / focusing on base metal products (copper, nickel, concentrates, anodes/cathodes etc.)
- Solid experience handling and drafting letters of Credit (LC’s) for international transactions along with working alongside trade finance teams.
- Good understanding of commodity markets and familiarity with international trade.
- University degree in relevant discipline demonstrating ability to learn & apply knowledge quickly.
- Willing to work as part of a smaller, collaborative team – may be expected the assist other areas of the business where necessary
- Knowledge of modern software solutions is a plus
- Located in London, UK or willing to relocate – must hold full right to work in UK without sponsorship
- Fluent in English, additional languages a bonus
Apply via our website, or for more information, please contact: +44 (0)203 927 5093 (UK)
