Renewable Energy Trader

Role Overview

We are seeking a Renewable Energy Trader to identify and execute trading opportunities across renewable fuels, feedstocks and related environmental products. The successful candidate will develop supplier and customer relationships, manage commercial exposure and drive profitability within approved trading and risk limits.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies for assigned renewable energy products and markets.

• Source supply and identify sales opportunities with producers, suppliers, traders and end-users.

• Negotiate spot and term contracts, including pricing, specifications, volumes and delivery terms.

• Monitor market prices, supply and demand, trade flows and policy developments.

• Evaluate trading margins, logistics costs and potential arbitrage opportunities.

• Manage trading positions and coordinate hedging within approved authorities and risk limits.

• Work closely with operations teams to ensure timely shipment, documentation and contract fulfilment.

• Coordinate with finance, credit and compliance teams on counterparty approvals, payments and transaction requirements.

• Ensure sustainability documentation, product traceability and certification requirements are addressed.

• Monitor trading performance and provide regular market, position and profitability reports.

• Develop new markets and maintain long-term commercial partnerships.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering or a related discipline.

• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in renewable fuels, biofuels, feedstocks or related commodity trading.

• Knowledge of products such as biodiesel, renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel or renewable fuel feedstocks.

• Proven ability to originate business, negotiate contracts and execute profitable transactions.

• Understanding of physical trading, pricing exposure, hedging and risk management.

• Familiarity with sustainability certification and traceability requirements would be advantageous.

• Strong analytical, commercial and relationship-management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and relevant trading systems.

• Willing to travel internationally as required.