Metals Trade Operator

Our client is an international, corporate organisation, actively involved in International Trade & Development, based in Central London.

The role of the trade operator, within the Metals trading division, is to administer contracts, logistics, and payments related to non-ferrous and ferrous raw materials department. The role covers a wide range of operational functions to supply goods in Europe and system data entry in a timely/professional manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage execution/ administration of Sales and Purchase Contracts.
• Arrange the transportation of goods via Road, Rail Barging and Sea Freight.
• Negotiate with logistical service providers to secure transportation at competitive price.
• Arrange customs clearance of goods.
• Handle Bills of Lading and other commercially necessary documentation.
• Invoice relevant counterparties and control all payments by paying high attention to credit line.
• Liaise with relevant counterparties direct or via branch offices/agents) by phone/e mail/letter.
• Comply with filing policy.
• Administer currency receivables against FX contracts internally.
• Reconcile accounting data.
• Process payments to logistical providers.
• Comply with internal rules and operating policies.
• Investigate settlement queries with Accounts Department and customers.
• Arrange warehouse stock inspections and circulate internally against the internal controls.
• Assist with system development.
• Implement automation of administrative tasks where required.
• Support Ad hoc tasks when required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous related work experience in a physical trading environment; ideally metals.
• Minimum GCSE level Mathematics & English language (overseas equivalents apply)
• Professional verbal and written communication skills in English language
• Basic MS Office skills (Desirable advance level in Excel).
• Works well under pressure whilst remaining calm and methodical.
• Prioritise own work under the general guidance of the line/department manager.
• Works on own initiative with little supervision
• Very high standard of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills and good interpersonal skills
• Flexible attitude and willingness to adapt to new requirements.

Desirable:

• Previous experience of working with SAP (preferred but not essential)
• Experience of working in a multicultural environment (preferred but not essential)
• Previous experience working with bulk commodities; Concentrates, Iron ore, Met coke.
• Previous experience in end-to-end concentrate operations, including but not limited to;
• Experience in provisional pricing settlement.
• Experience in Concentrate pricing models.
• Experience in Assay exchange processes.

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