Commodity Logistics Specialist

About Javelin

Javelin Global Commodities is a leading global commodities marketing, trading, logistics services and investment firm with head offices in London and wider global offices in New York, Dallas, San Diego, St Louis, Canada, Switzerland, Poland, Dubai, India, Singapore, China and Australia. Javelin was founded in 2015 and now operates across six continents with respect to more than 20 different commodities across thermal coal, metallurgical coal, iron ore, steel scrap, metals, hydrocarbons, freight, softs, and renewables.

Established in 2015, Javelin employs over 200 people and is a unique place to grow your career. We take pride in our values, global reach, meritocratic culture and strong work ethic. Our success over the years has been built on our guiding principles of customer service, creativity, transparency, integrity, and responsibility.

Whilst our footprint grows, we still foster a small-company atmosphere. We have a flat company structure and encourage collaboration across all seniority levels, teams and locations to generate the best ideas. Javelin has a dedicated strategy to support local and meaningful charities through volunteer days, donation matching, a ‘give as you earn’ scheme and other fundraising activities. We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and organise various social evenings, sports clubs and lunchtime activities. Discover more at http://www.javelincommodities.com/.

The Role

The Operations team at Javelin is responsible for the execution and coordination of logistics activities supporting the company’s global commodity trading business. Working closely with Trading, Finance, Legal, Documents and Settlements teams, the function ensures that contracts are executed efficiently, operational risks are managed effectively, and deliveries are completed in accordance with contractual requirements.

As the business continues to grow, we are seeking a Commodity Logistics Specialist to join our Krakow office. The successful candidate will work as part of a global Operations team, supporting the movement of physical commodities and contributing to the efficient execution of domestic and international transactions.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Manage and coordinate logistics activities related to commodity transactions, ensuring timely and accurate contract execution.
• Coordinate loading schedules, cargo releases and shipment execution while maintaining accurate records in operational systems. Ensure loading windows and logistics schedules are aligned with contractual requirements.
• Liaise with documents team/legal team to make sure contracts are accurate from a logistics perspective
• Manage cargo documentation and coordinate with inspection agencies and laboratories to ensure timely receipt and verification of quality certificates and related documentation.
• Review and approve supplier invoices in accordance with contractual terms and operational requirements
• Monitor advance payment invoices and support timely cargo releases.
• Coordinate logistics activities supporting trade finance requirements, including planned loadings associated with bank-funded transactions.
• Take responsibility for reporting of programme and respond to ad-hoc queries from trading desk
• Prepare operational reports, monitor contract performance and provide updates to traders and other stakeholders. Support month-end reconciliation and inventory reporting activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, ports, terminals, transport providers and other key business partners.
• Act as a primary operational contact for logistics-related activities and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Fluent in both Polish and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 1+ years of experience in commodity logistics, commodity operations, supply chain, international trade, or a related operational environment.
• Experience coordinating physical commodity shipments and managing logistics activities across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of logistics operations, contract execution, and supply chain processes
• Knowledge of Incoterms and international shipping documentation.
• Experience working with ports, terminals, transport providers, inspection companies, and laboratories.
• Understanding of quality control processes and commodity-related documentation, including quality certificates.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively across different time zones.
• Ability to monitor and maintain controls within operational and trading systems.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and operational systems.
• Experience reviewing operational invoices and supporting trade finance or banking-related logistics processes would be an advantage.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Private medical insurance.