Senior Operator
Gunvor Group LtdShanghai, China
Posted March 23, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Gunvor Group is one of the worldâs largest independent commodities trading houses by turnover, creating logistics solutions that safely and efficiently move physical energy, bulk materials, and base metals from where they are sourced and stored to where they are demanded most.
Job Description
The Senior Operator will be the key member of the Global Metals Operations function, supporting the global Concentrates trading activity by ensuring flawless physical execution of cargo flows and identifying operational risks. The role requires a deep understanding of bulk logistics, stock management, and multimodal transport, combined with strong stakeholder management across regions.
Requirements
- Minimum 5-6 years' experience in a similar role, ideally at a commodity trading company
- Commercial understanding of international commodity trading, ideally with experience of Concentrates and ore
- Knowledge of Letters of Credit, UCP 600, Incoterms, basic contract formation principles and invoicing
- Strong Teamwork skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to juggle many tasks concurrently by prioritizing effectively
- Good customer service skills and an "up-beat do-er" who is able to work under their own steam
- Strong IT skills on Microsoft Office Suite, SAP experience would be useful but not essential
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across cultures and time zones
- Able to perform under pressure and occasionally during offâhours due to realâtime logistics requirements
- Positive, collaborative mindset and commitment to sharing knowledge within the team
- Experience with CTRM/ETRM systems
- Strong MS Excel and analytical tools capability
- Full fluency of English (both written and oral), with ability to understand Mandarin (to liaise with Mandarin speaking associates)