Location
Houston, TX, United States
Posted on
Jan 26, 2023
Profile
Texas, United States of America
Job Family Group:
Downstream Supply Chain
Worker Type:
Regular
Posting Start Date:
January 12, 2023
Business unit:
Downstream
Experience Level:
Experienced Professionals
Job Description:
What is the role
Demurrage Analysts at Shell Trading are an integral component of the business team and sits within Operations Support. Our team members interact internally with traders, IT professionals, contract administration, accounting, and credit, while working externally with demurrage counterparts.
Responsibilities include:
Analyze and negotiate demurrage claims from ship/barge owners and third-party customers in line with charter party and commercial contract terms
Invoice third party customers in line with charter party and commercial contract terms
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external customers
Actively communicate with counterparties to ensure timely collection of receivables, ownership of all outstanding debt
Report status of demurrage negotiations to traders
Efficient processing of demurrage payables, timely and accurate billing of receivables
Communicate with shipping group to proactively avoid potential demurrage issues
Thoroughly review contracts and advise traders when laytime and demurrage language requires realignment. Review third-party contracts and proposals for potential commercial risk.
Analyze demurrage trends to understand business changes and advise trading group in ways to minimize future risk
Develop ad-hoc metrics to stay ahead of an ever-changing business
Analyze and negotiate demurrage and post deal expense claims from ship/barge owners and third-party customers in line with charter party and commercial contract terms
Key Attributes Desired:
Ability to analyze data with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate through both written correspondence and verbal communication
High level of motivation
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Team-player
Ability to create metrics by pulling data from multiple sources
What we need from you
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of demurrage experience
3 years of experience as a demurrage/post deal claims analyst
Proficient in Microsoft Office
TSAP and ENDUR proficiency
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Maritime, Accounting, Business, Finance, or Mathematics
2 years demurrage analysis experience with Maritime focus
Shipping knowledge
Experience with Charter Party Agreements
Exposure to contract interpretation
Company description
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.
As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.
An inclusive place to work
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.
We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
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According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.
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