Overview
Contract Analyst Jobs in Singapore, Singapore at Petron Singapore Trading Pte Ltd
Title: Contract Analyst
Company: Petron Singapore Trading Pte Ltd
Location: Singapore, Singapore
Key Responsibilities
· Draft, review, and negotiate sales, purchase, and supply contracts for physical commodity trades.
· Ensure contracts accurately reflect agreed commercial terms (pricing, quantity, delivery terms,
Incoterms, etc.).
· Align contracts with trading strategies and operational capabilities to ensure seamless execution.
· Maintain contract lifecycle management from deal capture through to execution and closeout.
· Ensure timely issuance, confirmation, and execution of contracts to support trading activities.
· Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual, operational, and financial risks in trading agreements.
· Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and global trade standards.
· Review contract clauses (e.g., force majeure, indemnity, liability, dispute resolution) to safeguard
company interests.
· Monitor contractual obligations and ensure adherence by internal stakeholders and counterparties.
· Partner with traders to structure contracts that optimize margins and reduce risk exposure.
· Provide insights into pricing mechanisms, cost components, and contractual implications on P&L.
· Support dispute resolution and claims management, including quantity/quality disputes, delays, and
penalties.
· Ensure accurate interpretation of contract terms in financial settlements and invoicing.
· Contribute to cost recovery and revenue protection through strong contract governance.
· Liaise with traders, operators, legal teams, and finance to resolve contract-related issues.
· Coordinate with suppliers, customers, and external parties to clarify and negotiate contract terms.
· Support supplier performance management by ensuring contracts reflect operational realities.
· Develop and standardize contract templates and clauses for efficiency and consistency.
· Identify process gaps and implement improvements to strengthen contract management practices.
· Maintain contract databases and tracking systems to monitor obligations and performance.
· Provide reporting on contract status, risks, disputes, and compliance metrics.
· Support digitalization and automation initiatives in contract lifecycle management.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related field
- 1-2 years of experience in commodity trading, contract management, legal, or commercial operations
- Strong understanding of international trade contracts and Incoterms
- Experience in oil & gas / commodities / shipping environment preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong contract drafting and interpretation skills
- Commercial and financial acumen (P&L awareness)
- Risk identification and mitigation capability
- Stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
- Proficiency in Excel and contract management systems
