Refined Products Scheduler

Job description

Company Overview: At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. Through our Oil & Petroleum Products, Gas and Power, Bulk and Metals and Minerals commercial divisions, we use infrastructure, logistics and financing to connect producers and consumers, using our deep understanding of the markets we serve to make supply more efficient, secure and sustainable. We are committed to responsible business practices and believe that the supply of energy and raw materials is essential for growth, development and prosperity. We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. And we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains. A career at Trafigura offers a gateway to working on some of the most exciting challenges of a rapidly changing world – from helping to optimise supply chains to developing infrastructure and new markets. In a culture that is founded on openness and energy, our people work as part of a multinational, globally connected team and thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can nurture and commercialise bold ideas. Everyone has a voice and is empowered to collaborate across geographies and disciplines to help shape our business and the wider world. We know the importance and value of diversity in our business and we invest in attracting, developing and retaining talent from all backgrounds. Founded in 1993, Trafigura is one of the largest independent employee-owned commodities groups in the world with over 13,000 people working in 48 countries. Main Purpose: Pipeline products operations and trader support. Co-ordinates all aspects of the post-deal trading activity to ensure contract execution runs smoothly. Provide commercial/market information to the trader as necessary. Knowledge Skills & Abilities: Able to interpret the operational requirements of each contract, can review and comment on operational aspects of same if requested. Understands the basic legal framework supporting oil pipeline contracts. Good understanding of common pipelines operations and terminology. Able to ensure satisfactory commercial operation of pipelines under minimal supervision. Experience in Colonial, Explorer, Buckeye, Laurel, Magellan, Teppco and/or other clean product pipelines. Basic understanding of relevant petroleum product specifications. Good understanding of the different types of financial instruments, their uses and its importance. Experience of scheduling terminals, rack and/or USWC advantageous Key Responsibilities: Execute daily operational activities. Schedule movements via pipelines distribution channels through use of propriety and third party scheduling systems. Ensure relevant data is captured accurately and recorded timely. Ensure batches, book-outs, purchase, sale, line space deals and exchange contracts are fulfilled according to contract terms. Monitor, reconcile, and validate gains/losses/tariffs across each pipeline cycle and ensure proper settlement procedures are followed. Confirm accurate inventory positions each month for all gasoline/distillate grades and properly model volumes in the system of record. Liaise/coordinate with Trade Finance, providing them with accurate and timely data needed for issuing of L/C’s, P/Us, pre-payments, etc. Validate and report each cycle’s positions to the trader on a daily basis. Provide support to the Settlements team to ensure timely invoicing / payment and monitor accounts receivables where applicable. Coordinate and communicate with terminals personnel to implement product off lines/delivery plans, sampling and testing of receiving tanks if required. Ensure that in-house inventory and scheduling system (Pluto) is updated regularly and at all times reflects the latest information available / exceptions are kept to a minimum Monitor and advise deals desk of all costs related with each transaction (P&L awareness) Establish and/or maintain good working relationships with contractual operations counterparts / third party service providers on a regular basis. Training of less experienced members of the operations team to develop and increase knowledge / commercial awareness. Follow strictly internal procedures and company's policies. Adhere to Trafigura's Code of Conduct / HSEC Policy and Business Principles. Identify and escalate operational issues to Manager seeking guidance as appropriate. Experience in scheduling pipeline to supply truck racks throughout the US, coordinating throughput, inventory and pricing preferable. Preferable specifics: Schedule origin and destination BBLs on Colonial Pipeline for A/D/M/V/F/H gasoline to present grades, as well as 54/62/67/77 distillate grades Knowledge and experience in use of Transport 4 Experience in the NYMEX futures obligations preferable.