Locations: Central & South America
Divisions: Commodities
Roles: Operations/Logistics
Job Ref: RS1855
Redstone Commodity Search focus on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages; Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s volatile market.
Redstone Commodity Search are working with a commodity trading house who are looking to hire an operator to their team in Bogota.
Key Responsibilities / Tasks
- Responsible for managing trade operations for the company’s scrap metal trading business
- Coordinate container movements by planning, booking and monitoring shipments ensuring a timely smooth delivery at ports and terminals.
- Draft, prepare and submit the relevant shipping documentation (bills of lading, certificates of origin, customs paperwork etc.) as well as managing insurance declarations
- Monitor the loading and unloading of scrap containers, ensuring correct weight and volume
- Maintain real-time tracking of the containers throughout their movement, providing updates to internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure timely invoicing to customers set out in the commercial agreement
- Role reports to VP Operations
Key Qualifications / Experience
- 5+ years’ experience in operations / logistics within the commodity space, with strong knowledge and direct experience handling containerized goods.
- Knowledge of the scrap metals market and material is advantageous
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Strong communication and organisation skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Located in Bogota Colombia, or willing to relocate
If you match the job description and are keen on applying for this role; please send us a copy of your resume/cover letter to or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.