Trading Operator

Trading Jobs

Regular

August 5, 2026

Trading and Supply

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.

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 Oil/Shipping deals and Global Trading Network Policies and Guidelines and ensure all commercial contractual/policy obligations are complied with.   The incumbent needs to be extremely detailed orientated, to be able to reconcile, agree volumes with third parties and answer queries on payment quality contracts   The incumbent is required to drive improvement programs specific to Latam operations across boundaries.   In addition to standard physical cargo operations the Latam Crude Oil Operator may also be required to:   Manage monthly forward allocation declarations Understand and Operate specialised vessels operations Manage storage inventory   The scope of this position may vary depending on the Operational activity assigned per portfolio / desk.

The incumbent will be working on the Latam Crude Oil desk, but is part of the Crude Oil Commercial Operations team, and will be expected to learn the other roles within the team in order to provide flexibility. A competent operator should be a good communicator, with strong stakeholder management skills, well organized with commercial awareness and team skills; to be pro-active in showing initiative and have or gain knowledge of all parts of the trading business.

Value-chain Management & E2E Profitability           Supply Chain Analysis                                                                Supply Chain Strategic Planning & Implementation           Supply Chain Tactical Planning                                                Supply Chain Integration & Optimisation                              Compliance Control & Risk Management                             Trading Risk Management                                                        Supply Chain Contracts & Negotiation                                   Supply Chain Scheduling                                                           Supply Chain Transport Management                                   Refinery Configuration & Processes                                       Supply Chain Customer Service                                               Trading Operations & Documentation                                   Application Usage – Tools/Systems/Platforms                         - The oil supply and trading environment is often dynamic and fast moving. Operators often have to be able to respond quickly and accurately to challenging and sometimes conflicting deadlines in order to comply with business needs and policy guidelines. Daily working hours may be variable and unpredictable at times including regular out-of-hours contact.

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