Joon-ho Lee
Wimbledon,London
Summary
Highly specialized Commodities Logistics & Operations Professional with a unique combination of maritime expertise and financial acumen. Holder of an MSc in Energy, Trade & Finance from Bayes Business School and a BSc in Navigation Science from Korea Maritime & Ocean University. Proven track record in managing high-value global supply chains, physical inventory reconciliation, and tanker operations. Seeking to leverage technical "on-the-water" experience and analytical rigor to support the Metals and Oil Logistics team at Goldman Sachs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Contract Engineer
Sumitomo Corporation Europe Limited
London
02.2024 - Current
- Lead end-to-end inventory management and logistics for metal shipments moving from Asia to Europe and globally.
- Directly responsible for supply chain optimization, ensuring inventory levels meet regional demand while minimizing storage costs.
- Review and execute complex contractual terms, ensuring all title transfer documents and shipping manifests align with Incoterms.
- Collaborate with external surveyors and warehouse operators to conduct pre-execution inspections and quality audits.
Sales manager
Posco International Corporation
London
07.2019 - 02.2024
- Managed the operational lifecycle of metal sales, bridging the gap between commercial sales and physical delivery.
- Liaised with trading desks to provide real-time updates on cargo status, potential delays, and logistical bottlenecks.
- Navigated cross-border regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with customs and international trade laws.
- Enhanced regional profit margins by identifying more efficient transportation routes and consolidation points.
Derivatives Broker (Internship)
Eagle Commodities
London
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Gained deep insight into financial markets, specifically the pricing and hedging of commodity derivatives.
- Assisted in the execution of trades and monitored market volatility to support senior brokers in client advisory.
- Developed a strong understanding of how physical logistics movements correlate with paper market fluctuations.
Crude Oil Tanker Officer
SK Shipping
Seoul, South Korea
02.2012 - 12.2017
- Managed on-board cargo operations, including the loading, discharging, and transit of high-value crude oil.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations (MARPOL/SOLAS) and internal vessel vetting standards.
- Maintained meticulous cargo documentation and performed physical inventory measurements to ensure zero loss during transit.
Education
Master of Science - Energy, Trade & Finance
Bayes Business School (formerly Cass)
London 09.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Navigation Science
Korea Maritime and Ocean University
London 03.2010 - 02.2014
Skills
- Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of Metals and Global Oil markets
- Logistics Tools: Inventory management systems, Vessel Tracking
- Languages: English (Fluent), Korean (Native)
Timeline
Contract Engineer
Sumitomo Corporation Europe Limited
02.2024 - Current
Sales manager
Posco International Corporation
07.2019 - 02.2024
Master of Science - Energy, Trade & Finance
Bayes Business School (formerly Cass)
09.2018 - 07.2019
Derivatives Broker (Internship)
Eagle Commodities
04.2018 - 05.2018
Crude Oil Tanker Officer
SK Shipping
02.2012 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Navigation Science
Korea Maritime and Ocean University
03.2010 - 02.2014