Lead - Commercial Contract

We have an exciting opportunity with Adani for the role of Commercial Contract- Operations based at Ahmedabad.

Lead - Commercial Contract (Coal Trading)

Location: Ahmedabad
Business: Adani Group - Coal Trading Business
Experience: 10+ Years

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Contract professional to lead and manage the end-to-end commercial function for Adani's Coal Trading Business. The role will be responsible for ensuring seamless execution of domestic and international coal trading transactions, including contract management, trade finance, Letter of Credit (LC) operations, shipment execution, documentation, customer and supplier settlements, commercial risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Management & Commercial Risk Management

• Lead drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and execution of coal procurement and sales contracts.
• Evaluate contractual terms relating to pricing, product specifications, payment terms, delivery schedules, penalties, and force majeure clauses.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, contractual, legal, and operational risks.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, Incoterms, and company contract governance standards.

2. Trade Finance & Letter of Credit Management

• Manage end-to-end Domestic and International Letter of Credit (LC) operations including opening, amendments, negotiation, and closure.
• Ensure timely receipt of customer LCs and issuance of supplier LCs in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Review LC clauses and documentation in line with UCP 600, ISBP guidelines, banking regulations, and Commercial Contracts .
• Drive trade finance activities including LC discounting, bill negotiations, collections, and financing arrangements.
• Monitor and administer Bank Guarantees, Performance Guarantees, Standby Letters of Credit, and other banking instruments.

3. Documentation & Shipment Execution

• Oversee preparation, verification, and control of all import/export and trade-related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with shipping, banking, customs, and contractual documentation requirements.
• Facilitate timely document presentation for payment realization and cargo release.
• Coordinate shipment execution activities with logistics providers, customs authorities, shipping lines, and operational teams.

4. Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, banks, financial institutions, shipping partners, and external agencies.
• Act as the key commercial interface for resolving transaction-related issues and ensuring business continuity.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of commercial transactions.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in any disciple
• MBA / PGDM in Finance, Operations, International Business, or preferred equivalent.
• Professional certifications in Trade Finance, Commercial Management, International Trade, Contract Management, or Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.

Experience & Competencies

• 12-15 years of experience in Coal Trading, Commodity Trading, Mining, Energy, Metals, Bulk Cargo, or related industries.
• Strong exposure to commercial operations, contract management, trade finance, LC operations, documentation, logistics, and regulatory compliance