Operations Analyst (Metals Trading Operations)
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About Heraeus
Making displays foldable?
Helping hearts beat with medical innovations?
Or breathing new life into precious metals?
As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead.
About Heraeus Precious Metals
With more than 350 years of experience in precious metals processing, Heraeus Precious Metals is the world's leading provider of innovative products and services, such as precious metals trading and recycling.
Our products are used in a wide range of industries, for example to reduce climate killers such as nitrous oxide and methane and in the form of pharmaceutical ingredients for the treatment of cancer.
Our innovative strength is driven by our 3,000 employees at more than 15 sites worldwide, who work passionately with our partners to develop pioneering and sustainable solutions.
Our vision: We create innovative precious metals products and services, leading the way to a sustainable future.
To achieve this, we have set ourselves ambitious targets.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Operations Analyst to support the back-office operations of our metals trading group.
This role is critical in ensuring the accurate execution, documentation, and reconciliation of trading activities while coordinating closely with internal teams, external partners, and regional and global colleagues.
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, operational excellence, and the ability to manage high-value transactions in a fast-paced trading environment.
The Following Role Awaits You
- Trade & System Operations: Assist traders with day-to-day operations, including trade processing using SAP. Confirm trades and maintain accurate transaction records. Maintain daily fixing, futures, and spot prices in internal systems. Maintain monthly contracts in coordination with traders.
- Shipping & Logistics Coordination: Arrange safe, secure, and timely physical shipments of high-value metals. Coordinate shipment schedules with suppliers and customers. Advise traders on optimal shipment practices. Communicate shipment statuses and arrival schedules to traders and customers. Distribute weekly shipment alert reports
- Customer & Counterparty Support: Assist customers with shipments, confirmations, and payment inquiries. Serve as a key liaison between internal teams and external/global stakeholders.
- Reconciliation and Reporting: Reconcile pool/lease accounts and confirmations with customers and affiliates. Create and manage pool account transfers. Perform daily reconciliation of futures trades and positions. Conduct monthly reconciliation of open and closed futures positions. Validate daily margin requirements with brokers
- Financial & Administrative Support: Assist Supervisor with daily cash requirements. Review and approve vendor invoices. Maintain metal specifications and certificates of conformance in alignment with customer requirements.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with insurance, customs, and regulatory requirements. Maintain and update customs reconciliation files. Understand and support customs clearance processes.
Your Profile
- Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in trade operations, trade support, or trade logistics (commodities or metals preferred)
- Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
- Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience in commodities trading, metals, or financial services is preferred.
- Knowledge of futures trading and margin processes is preferred.
- Familiarity with international shipping and customs procedures
Why Join Us?
- Work in a dynamic global trading environment
- Exposure to high-value transactions and international markets
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Collaborative and performance-driven culture
- Curious?
- Apply now!
- Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees.
- We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic.
- A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values.
- We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.
- We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire.
- Learn more at www.e-verify.gov
- Any further questions?
- If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact [email protected] or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.
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