Commercial Operations Specialist
Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered. · Houston, TX · 3 wk ago
ConsultingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage Annual Programs (AP) and Ninety Day Schedules (NDS) for LNG cargo liftings in coordination with Singapore/London affiliates, Cameron LNG, and other Tollers.
- Manage schedule changes, cargo nominations, and operational adjustments, including urgent/emergency support as needed.
- Track LNG volumes, storage inventory, fuel, flare, and LAUF positions; maintain inventory forecasts and operational models.
- Ensure contractual compliance through notices, analyses, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
- Participate in regular operational meetings and resolve scheduling or operational disputes with affiliates, operators, and Tollers.
- Support Force Majeure response and other exceptional operational events.
- Career development and management of HHC offtake and sales initiatives.
- Maintain vessel scheduling, arrivals, documentation, and terminal compliance requirements.
- Coordinate vessel vetting, compatibility studies, nominations, cargo documentation, and surveyor reports.
- Maintain cargo loading records, calculate demurrage, and participate in on-call duty rotations.
- Maintain LNG and HHC transactions, forecasts, contracts, and fees within the ETRM system.
- Update actual cargo quantities, create operational deals, and troubleshoot system issues.
- Maintain operational records, document repositories, close-out processes, and daily data/reporting workflows.
- Support Emergency Response and Business Continuity planning.
- Cook information flow and stakeholder communications.
- Ensure timely AES filings and compliance with DOE, FERC, and LNG import license reporting requirements.
Requirements
- Prior experience in international trade cargo scheduling (e.g., crude oil), marine operations, or natural gas scheduling is preferred.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and overall Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Business acumen and critical thinking ability.
- Ethical judgment and professional integrity.
- Global and cultural awareness.
- Relationship management and communication skills.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Basic accounting knowledge and experience.
- Detail-oriented with strong accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Team-first mentality with strong collaboration skills.
- Corporate office experience.
- Knowledge of office and administrative practices.
- Research, analyze, and interpret information.
- Work effectively with people from diverse cultures.