Pipeline Scheduler

Company Overview:

At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. Through our Oil & Petroleum Products, Gas and Power, and Metals and Minerals, commercial divisions, we use infrastructure, logistics and financing to connect producers and consumers, using our deep understanding of the markets we serve to make supply more efficient, secure and sustainable.

We are committed to responsible business practices and believe that the supply of energy and raw materials is essential for growth, development and prosperity. We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. And we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains.

A career at Trafigura offers a gateway to working on some of the most exciting challenges of a rapidly changing world – from helping to optimise supply chains to developing infrastructure and new markets. In a culture that is founded on openness and energy, our people work as part of a multinational, globally connected team and thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can nurture and commercialise bold ideas. Everyone has a voice and is empowered to collaborate across geographies and disciplines to help shape our business and the wider world. We know the importance and value of diversity in our business and we invest in attracting, developing and retaining talent from all backgrounds.

Founded in 1993, Trafigura is one of the largest independent employee-owned commodities groups in the world with over 13,000 people working in 48 countries. The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy; and joint ventures Impala Terminals, a port and logistics provider, and Nala Renewables, investing in wind, solar and battery storage projects.

Main Purpose:

You will schedule Trafigura's US clean products pipeline movements from our Calgary office and support the trader by coordinating all aspects of post-deal activity, ensuring contract execution runs smoothly. You will provide the trader with commercial and market information as needed, and work closely with Trade Finance, Settlements, terminal personnel and counterparties to keep every cycle accurate, on time and in line with contract terms.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Execute daily operational activities, scheduling pipeline movements using proprietary and third-party scheduling systems and ensuring data is captured accurately and on time.

•  Submit nominations and manage line space and allocations with pipeline operators in line with each cycle's deadlines.

•  Ensure batches, book-outs, purchases, sales, line space deals and exchange contracts are fulfilled according to contract terms.

•  Manage apportionment, product interface and transmix issues in coordination with pipeline operators, terminals and the trader.

•  Monitor, reconcile and validate gains/losses and tariffs across each pipeline cycle, following proper settlement procedures.

•  Confirm monthly inventory positions for all gasoline and distillate grades, model volumes correctly in the system of record, and support month-end close and inventory reconciliation.

•  Validate each cycle's positions and report them to the trader daily.

•  Work with Trade Finance, providing accurate and timely data for letters of credit (L/Cs), P/Us, pre-payments and similar instruments.

•  Support Settlements with timely invoicing and payment, and monitor accounts receivable where applicable.

•  Coordinate with terminal personnel on product off-lines, delivery plans, and sampling and testing of receiving tanks.

•  Keep Trafigura's in-house inventory and scheduling system current, keeping exceptions to a minimum.

•  Track and advise the deals desk of all costs on each transaction (P&L awareness).

•  Build and maintain strong working relationships with contractual scheduling counterparts and third-party service providers.

•  Follow internal procedures and company policies, including the Code of Conduct, HSEC Policy and Business Principles, and identify and escalate operational issues to the Regional Head of Operations, Canada, as appropriate.

Required qualifications

•  Minimum 3-5 years of experience scheduling or operating liquid petroleum pipelines (crude, NGL or refined products), with the ability to quickly learn US clean product systems.

•  Strong grasp of common pipeline operations and terminology, with the ability to run pipeline commercial operations under minimal supervision.

•  Ability to interpret the operational requirements of each contract, and to review and comment on them when asked, with a basic understanding of the legal framework behind oil pipeline contracts.

•  Basic understanding of petroleum product specifications.

•  Good understanding of financial instruments, their uses and their importance.

•  Strong Excel skills and experience with ETRM or scheduling and inventory systems.

•  Flexibility to work to pipeline cycle and nomination deadlines, including US time-zone hours and occasional weekend or on-call coverage as required.

Preferred qualifications

•  Degree in business, finance, supply chain, engineering or a related field.

•  Direct experience on Colonial, Explorer, Buckeye, Laurel, Magellan, TEPPCO or other clean product pipelines.

•  Experience scheduling origin and destination barrels on the Colonial Pipeline for A/D/M/V/F/H gasoline to present grades, as well as 54/62/67/77 distillate grades.

•  Knowledge and experience of using Transport 4.

•  Experience with NYMEX futures obligations.

Department overview

The Clean Products Operations team supports Trafigura's clean products trading activities by scheduling pipeline movements and managing post-deal execution. The team works in close partnership with the trading desk, the deals desk, Trade Finance, Settlements, terminals and third-party pipeline and service providers to translate trading positions into accurate and timely physical execution

Equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.