Iron Ore Trading Specialist

1. ContractManagement and Review

• Review, execute, and maintain records of iron ore sales and purchase contracts, shipping contracts, and related trade documentation.
• Ensure contractual terms comply with the company's risk management and compliance requirements, and coordinate with Legal, Trading, and Finance teams to resolve contractual issues.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled in a timely manner.

2. Shippingand Logistics Execution Management

• Liaise with shipowners and shareholders to coordinate the execution of shipping contracts.
• Monitor vessel movements, including loading port arrival, cargo loading, departure, voyage progress, and discharge port operations.
• Coordinate and resolve operational issues arising during loading and discharging activities to ensure smooth vessel operations and minimize exposure to additional costs.
• In charge of Bills of Lading (B/L) issuance.

3. TradeDocumentation and Settlement Management

• Prepare invoices, shipping documents, and other trade-related documentation if needed.
• Ensure all documents comply with contractual and banking requirements to prevent payment delays caused by discrepancies.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate timely trade settlements.

4. Receivablesand Freight Collection Management

• Monitor and follow up on the collection of cargo payments, freight charges, and other trade receivables.
• Maintain close communication with customers and finance teams to ensure timely payment collection in accordance with contractual terms.
• Monitor overdue receivables and drive resolution of outstanding issues to mitigate credit risk.

5. End-to-EndTrade Lifecycle Management

• Manage the complete trade execution process from contract signing, vessel operations, cargo delivery, document processing, and final settlement through to trade closure.
• Track trade execution progress and ensure all key milestones are completed according to schedule.
• Coordinate among internal stakeholders and external shareholders to ensure seamless trade execution.
• Identify, assess, and manage operational, logistics, and contractual risks throughout the trade lifecycle.

6. DataAnalysis and Reporting

• Maintain trade execution records and related operational databases.
• Prepare reports on vessel operations, delivery volumes, settlements, and risk management activities.
• Provide operational support and data analysis to the trading team and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Shipping & Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business, Economics or related disciplines.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in commodity trade execution, international trade operations, shipping operations, trade finance or commercial operations. Experience in iron ore, mining products or other bulk commodities will be advantageous.
• Good understanding of international trade practices, Incoterms, Letters of Credit and maritime shipping operations.
• Familiarity with charter parties, Bills of Lading and other shipping-related documentation.
• Strong contract review, risk assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese to effectively communicate with customers, suppliers, shipowners and business partners across key trading markets where Chinese is a primary business language.
• Strong stakeholder management, cross-functional coordination and multitasking abilities.