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Commercial Operations Specialist

Optimus


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Commercial Operations Specialist is responsible for coordinating the clients offtake and sales of LNG and Heavy Hydrocarbon (HHC) cargoes while ensuring accurate record keeping of contracts and transactions associated with the clients LNG value chain. This position interfaces with both internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the duties outlined below for The Client and its affiliate companies

Key Accountabilities:

LNG Offtake Operations
  • 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.
HHC Offtake & Sales
  • Coordinate HHC production allocation nominations lifting schedules and inventory management with CLNG and Tollers.
  • Support credit exposure management and payment safeguards with Finance and Accounting teams.
  • Support long-term HHC offtake and sales sustainability initiatives.
Marine Operations
  • Monitor 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.
ETRM & Transaction Management
  • Maintain LNG and HHC transactions forecasts contracts and fees within the ETRM system.
  • Update actual cargo quantities create operational deals and troubleshoot system issues.
Administration & Reporting
  • Maintain operational records document repositories close-out processes and daily data/reporting workflows.
  • Support Emergency Response and Business Continuity planning.
  • Coordinate information flow and stakeholder communications.
Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure timely AES filings and compliance with DOE FERC and LNG import license reporting requirements.

Required Competencies:

The following skills knowledge qualifications and experience are required to meet the performance expectations of the role. 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
  • Scheduling and coordination experience
  • 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
  • Ability to research analyze and interpret information
  • Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures

Required Experience:

IC


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