Location: Remote (based in any European country - Must have the right to live & work in Europe or the UK).
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Responsibilities:
- Market Analysis and Strategy:
- Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in the bunker fuel market within Europe.
- Develop and implement effective trading strategies to optimize profits and minimize risks in the market.
- Customer Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients to understand their needs and preferences.
- Negotiate bunker fuel contracts and agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms for the company and its clients.
- Trade Execution:
- Execute trades for bunker fuel, considering market conditions, customer requirements, and company objectives.
- Monitor and manage trade positions, ensuring timely and accurate execution of contracts.
- Risk Management:
- Assess and mitigate risks associated with bunker fuel trading, including price fluctuations, credit risks, and market volatility.
- Collaborate with risk management teams to develop effective risk mitigation strategies.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all trades and contracts, adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and legal, to ensure smooth trade execution and customer satisfaction.
- Provide regular updates and reports on market trends, trading activities, and performance to relevant stakeholders.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in bunker fuel trading or brokering, specifically within the European market.
- Proven track record of successful bunker fuel trading and customer relationship management.
- Existing customer/client portfolio, enabling you to "hit the ground running".
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field is preferred.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of the bunker fuel market, including pricing dynamics, regulations, and industry players.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in data analysis and trading software/tools.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a remote setting.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.