Trafigura - Manager - Treasury

Main Purpose:The candidate will be responsible to lead the execution, monitoring, and reporting of the Group's Treasury Capital activities, spanning secured and unsecured financing, liquidity reporting, cash management, and treasury assets optimization. This role is critical in managing the lifecycle of loan facilities, ensuring regulatory and internal policy compliance, optimizing the cost of capital, and producing key decision-making insights for senior management. The candidate will bring strong leadership skills to manage a team, drive cross-functional collaboration, and lead change initiatives that enhance treasury operations, analytics, and performance.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Strong academic foundation with an MBA in Finance; advanced certifications such as CTP, CFA or FRM are preferred- 8-12 years of progressive experience in treasury, corporate finance, or capital markets, with hands-on expertise in Trade Finance, Cash Management, and Intercompany Lending (In-house Banking)- Minimum 4-6 years of proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams in a complex, fastpaced finance environment- Prior experience with Treasury Management Systems (e.g., Kyriba, Quantum, SAP Treasury, or equivalent) and a strong understanding of system workflows, controls, and automation opportunities- Demonstrated ability to work with precision and high attention to detail, especially in managing financial risk, compliance, and reporting- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and generate actionable insights- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with a track record of successfully leading multi stakeholder initiatives and delivering against tight deadlines- Exposure to the commodities sector, structured financing, or securitisation vehicles is an added advantageKey Attributes - Proven ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and confidently across all levels, including senior executives, peers, and cross-functional teams - Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret and drive insights from complex data sets to support funding strategies and capital allocation decisions - Demonstrates focus on achieving business outcomes while managing multiple priorities, workstreams, and deadlines in parallel- Anticipates challenges and identifies actionable solutions; takes initiative to improve processes and add value in a dynamic treasury environment- Skilled in structuring workflows, setting priorities, and driving team accountability to deliver high-quality outcomes on time- Brings a confident and composed presence, especially when working under pressure or navigating uncertainty- Rapidly grasps complex financing concepts, systems, and business models; adaptable to evolving business needs and regulatory changes- Performs effectively in fast-paced, time-sensitive settings while maintaining high attention to detail and judgment- Experienced in managing teams, providing mentorship, and building collaborative relationships across departments to drive shared outcomes- Key Responsibilities: Secured & Unsecured Financing Facilities: - Manage end-to-end lifecycle of secured and unsecured loans, ensuring full compliance with financing agreements and internal policies.- Serve as the primary liaison with banks, facility agents, and internal stakeholders for loan drawdowns, repayments, and deposit bookings.- Ensure accurate allocation of funding costs and income to transactions and cost centers.- Track and analyze financing metrics including interest margins, facility utilization, and cost of capital.- Reconcile cash flows with third-party and internal records, maintaining robust documentation trails.- Produce executive dashboards and detailed reports on facility utilization, maturity profiles, and performance benchmarks.- Perform mark-to-market (M2M) valuations on relevant loan structures.- Benchmark financing facility terms and costs against internal targets and market conditions.Liquidity Reporting & ALM:- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly liquidity reports, including stress testing and early warning indicators.- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of liquidity and funding-related data.- Collaborate with finance teams for treasury P&L reporting and variance analysis.- Optimize short-term liquidity usage and ensure efficient deployment of receipts to repay loans.Cash & Treasury Asset Management: - Oversee daily global cash positioning and in-house banking operations.- Optimize allocation across internal loans, securitized assets, and treasury investments to enhance yield while maintaining liquidity.- Develop investment strategies for surplus cash and manage money market instruments within risk guidelines.- Ensure regulatory and operational compliance for securitized assets and internal loans.- Maintain strong governance and reporting around internal lending, intercompany funding, and asset utilization.Team Management: - Lead and mentor a team of treasury analysts and specialists, promoting a high-performance culture.- Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching, and identify training needs.- Foster a collaborative environment with cross-functional stakeholders in finance, operations, and legal teams.Project & Change Management:- Lead treasury-related change initiatives, including system upgrades, reporting automation, and process enhancements.- Support the design and implementation of controls, workflows, and documentation for new facilities or reporting standards.- Drive continuous improvement in data accuracy, process efficiency, and reporting capability. 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