Specialist Operations - London, United Kingdom - South32

Description

Date:19-May-2023


Location:
London, ENG, GB, SW1E 6AJ


Company:
South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.


The Opportunity - Permanent, Full Time Position

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations Specialist performs the execution and management of resources, activities, information and processes used to deliver a product from South32 Marketing handover point to the point-of-sale, including storage at warehousing locations or delivery to end customer receiving and/or - reselling points.

Accountabilities

Individual accountabilities

• Key liaison between South32 and its customers post contract negotiation
• Responsible for the execution of South32 commercial contracts ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled through the entire Supply Chain in compliance with relevant standards & regulatory requirements.
• Analyses customer's credit and contractual positions prior to authorising the delivery and/or release of product to mitigate any risks to South32;
• Responsible for the accurate and timely billing of South32 traded and sundry sales as well as receipt of monies, including the consideration of dispute and quality settlements;
• Responsible for debt and cash flow management with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinates shipping formalities with relevant stakeholders at the loading point and/or clearing/discharging of product at the receiving point;
• Coordinates all LOI's as and when required
• Responsible for Vessel Vetting to ensure compliance to safety and vessel management standards
• Responsible for all documentary requirements and activities to ensure timely and accurate release of product from warehouses, including facilitating the release of product in conformance to customers' schedules;
• Responsible for all activities and information flow between customers and Marketing post contract negotiation to foster South32's position as a Supplier of choice
• Responsible for all aspects of Trade Finance activities, including the sourcing, allocation/utilisation of trade finance facilities as well as negotiating L/Cs to ensure payment risk is mitigated
• Negotiates confirmation rates for Trade Finance deals
• Negotiates post CIF truck and barge rates
• Responsible for driving improvements to reduce costs and inefficiencies within the Supply Chain
• Embeds the use of SAP and South32's systems, tools and reports in relation to data integrity as well as the capture and storage of information for record keeping and audit purposes;

Key shared responsibilities:

• Adheres to work standards and understands the purpose and functionality of controls relevant to their work;
• Cultivates positive relationships through effective communication and provides constructive feedback to peers on a regular basis;
• Participates in and contributes to Marketing priorities, as required

Technical/Specialist Skills Required

• Trade Finance and ICC UCP Publications
• SAP Material Management and SAP Sales & Distribution experience highly desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, fluent in English both verbal and written
• Knowledge of other languages relevant to the specific market advantageous

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in logistics/ supply chain management / business administration or similar or equivalent professional experience with a minimum of 5 years' experience

Our benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• Pension Scheme Contributions
• Education and career development
• Life insurance
• Medical cover administered by BUPA
• Seasonal Ticket Loans
• Incentive bonuses

Location
This role will be based in our London office, situated in Westminster, close to Victoria Station with flexible working arrangements offered


Our culture
At South32, our people are fundamental to our success.

We're focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We aspire to be an inclusive organisation, where our workforce reflects the broader demographic of the countries and communities where we operate.

**Please note: This advertisement will close on 2nd June 2023