Operations Manager - Metals / Minerals Commodity Experience Essential

Job Title: Operations ManagerKey Responsibilities:Lead the trade operations/execution department - people, processes, documentation, systems and interface with relevant internal and external counterparts.Manage the preparation, review, editing of contracts and addendum to commercial standards and business expectations.Issue and manage Letters of Credit for purchases and sales - tracking and resolving any arising issues.Coordinate and manage contract/ trade re-cap/ shipment planning and LC execution with Traders, Chartering and Ship Operations teams.Oversee daily trade operations and resolve any contract/ shipment and LC related issues.Manage and resolve quality-claims (off spec), partial loading (dead freight), nonperformance or default (cancellation), delay or postponement, and any other contract related problems - in coordination with trader/s.Work with traders to manage tenders (procurement/sales) participation - prepare required documentation and arrange prepayment, earnest money, performance bond as applicable.Attend bankers meeting and keep the track of Credit Line usage.Develop standardized commodity contracts, processes, and control procedures and authority matrix related to deviations from standard terms and compliance of contract.Provide monthly tonnage reports, and other insight reports and analysis for management and traders to monitor and grow the trading business.Manage and enhance customer relationships with existing customers and suppliers in coordination ..... full job details .....