Junior Trader Operator

Location Dubai
Discipline: Commodities
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Freddie Ricks

Contact email: freddie.ricks@venturesearch.com
Job ref: 3229
Published: about 9 hours ago

The Junior Trading Operator will assist with the execution and follow-up of oil trading transactions with a strong emphasis on trucking operations and inland logistics. The role requires day-to-day coordination between traders, suppliers, logistics providers, and customers, ensuring seamless physical delivery and accurate documentation of petroleum product trades.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the end-to-end execution of trades involving refined products (e.g., diesel, gasoline, LPG, etc.)

  • Coordinate trucking logistics, including loading, dispatch, routing, and delivery of petroleum products to clients

  • Monitor and track cargo movements to ensure timely and accurate deliveries

  • Liaise with transporters, terminals, and clearing agents to resolve operational issues

  • Prepare and manage shipping/trucking documentation (invoices, BOLs, PODs, etc.)

  • Input and reconcile cargo data in internal trading and logistics systems

  • Assist with demurrage tracking and claims

  • Ensure compliance with contract terms, Incoterms, and HSSE policies

  • Support traders and senior operators with ad hoc operational and commercial requests


Key Requirements:

  • 1–3 years of experience in trucking logistics, trading operations, or supply chain within the oil & gas or logistics industry

  • Hands-on experience with trucking operations is essential

  • Prior exposure to African markets (e.g., West or East Africa cross-border logistics) is highly preferred

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills; ability to manage multiple shipments under tight timelines

  • Good communication and negotiation skills with service providers and internal stakeholders

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and operational systems (ERP, TMS, etc.)

  • Knowledge of Incoterms, shipping documents, and trading processes