Operations Analyst

About Us

It is an exciting time to build your career at Tricon! Certified as a Great Place to Work®, Tricon has been built on a foundation of perseverance, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking, powered by some of the industry’s top talent. Our culture values independence and accountability, where we empower our employees to make an impact.

With 30 years in business, Tricon has become a global leader in the trading and distribution of petrochemicals, polymers, and raw materials. Today, we are one of the largest privately held companies in Houston, the world’s second-largest chemical distributor according to ICIS, and ranked #35 on Forbes’ list of Top Private Companies in America. We conduct business in over 120 countries, supported by a truly multinational workforce of 1,000 employees across 40 countries.

Our team delivers value to customers and partners through deep market expertise and integrated capabilities including logistics, risk management, financing, and market intelligence. Guided by our purpose to efficiently and sustainably connect the world with essential goods, Tricon plays a critical role in enabling global commerce while helping suppliers and customers focus on what they do best.

At Tricon, you’ll join a global organization where scale meets agility, and where your ideas, ownership, and ambition can help shape the future of international trade.

Responsibilities

• Manage the product, documentation, and payment flow for physical trades, coordinating with customers, suppliers, freight providers, and internal teams.
• Plan and coordinate vessel and container loading and discharge operations with ship brokers, freight forwarders, and other logistics providers.
• Assess the suitability of transportation options, including prior cargoes, tank conditions, and materials of construction, to ensure safe carriage and compliance with customer specifications.
• Manage import and export customs processes and ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date trade and shipment data in the ERP system in line with company policies.
• Coordinate with Finance, Credit, Compliance, and other internal teams to ensure trade requirements are properly managed.
• Negotiate rates and service terms with third-party logistics, freight, and inspection service providers.
• Communicate shipment status and key operational details clearly and proactively with local and international teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and service providers to ensure the smooth execution of bulk and containerized trades.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, trade operations, or physical commodity movements preferred.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, import/export procedures, shipping documentation, and international trade processes preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Fluency in English; French is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills with a practical, solution-oriented approach.

Tricon is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment.