Regional Operations Manager, LATAM

Redstone Commodity Search focuses on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages, Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s volatile market. Redstone Commodity Search is partnered with a global commodity trading firm that is looking to appoint a Regional Operations Manager, overseeing activities in the Latin American region. Key Responsibilities Oversee trade operations and logistics activities for the Latin American region, handling coal, coke, cement, and cementitious materials. Supervise regional team of operators, focusing on people management and strategy, with the ability to operate cargo when needed. Manage post-trade activities including coordination of freight, documentation, contract execution, payment processes etc. Liaise daily with internal teams – including commercial, chartering, trade execution and finance – to ensure timely and compliant trade execution. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and mitigate risk in the regional supply chain. Reports to the VP Operations & Logistics. Key Qualifications Minimum 10 years’ experience in commodity trading operations & logistics, preferably with exposure to LATAM markets and dry bulk raw materials (coal, coke, cement, clinker, metals, iron ore, grains, oilseeds, fertilizers, agricultural). Strong practical knowledge of physical logistics, trade documents, and financial instruments such as letters of credit. Prior experience leading and managing a commodity trade operations team. Bilingual Spanish and English. Strong communicator with a proactive approach to solving complex operational challenges. Role is based in Florida. #J-18808-Ljbffr Redstone Search