Bunker One is looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented Junior Bunker Trader to join its dynamic team in London, offering early-career professionals a premier opportunity to build a long-term commercial career in the fast-paced global marine fuels market.
The role arrives as Bunker One UK continues to support shipping customers across UK and international markets with reliable marine fuel procurement, physical fuel supply, and logistics solutions. Working onsite in London alongside experienced senior traders, the successful candidate will gain hands-on exposure to customers, suppliers, pricing, compliance, and trade operations. Positioned in a vibrant working environment, the role offers a structured path to master trading workflows while driving service excellence across global shipping routes.
About Bunker One
Bunker One is a world-leading independent marine fuel supplier and a core part of Bunker Holding and the USTC Group, delivering reliable energy solutions to shipping companies worldwide. Founded with a heritage of combining global reach with local execution, the group operates and controls physical assets across more than 20 locations, offering last-mile delivery via tanker, barge, truck, or pipe.
Financially and operationally, Bunker One stands out as a pioneering force in the global bunkering sector, actively enabling the energy transition through biofuels, LNG, methanol, and its integrated digital trading platform, AtoZ. Operating under the philosophy of being “The One Who Delivers,” the company partners with shipowners and operators to provide safe, reliable, and future-ready fuel solutions worldwide.
The Role: Junior Bunker Trader – London, United Kingdom
Bunker One is looking for a commercially aware, numerical professional with a strong interest in international business to support its trading and sales operations at its London hub. The role is designed for an individual who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to kick-start a professional career in commodity trading.
Equipped with expert training and mentorship from senior colleagues, the new Junior Bunker Trader will assist with customer enquiries, quotations, order entry, and contract administration. Candidates will take ownership of maintaining trade files, handling post-delivery documentation, and supporting compliance processes while helping to ensure seamless order execution from day one.
Key Responsibilities
- Commercial Support: Assist senior traders with customer enquiries, quotations, pricing calculations, market intelligence, lead generation, and CRM updates.
- Order Entry & Administration: Negotiate prices, enter bunker sales and purchase orders into company systems, and ensure documentation is complete and correctly recorded for all stakeholders.
- Operational Coordination: Coordinate with suppliers, customers, agents, terminals, and transport providers to support smooth order execution, monitor deliveries, and handle post-delivery documentation.
- Compliance & Reporting: Assist with agency, onboarding, credit, and compliance processes, and contribute to daily trading reports and internal audits.
Candidate Profile
- Experience & Skills: Applicants should bring an interest in commodity trading, shipping, or international business, backed by high numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Commercial & Interpersonal Skills: Bunker One is seeking individuals who demonstrate a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, strong communication skills, and a relationship-driven personality.
- Desirable Background: Studies or experience related to shipping, logistics, energy, or marine fuels, along with familiarity with trading platforms or CRM systems.
Why Join Bunker One?
- Commercial Career Path: Build a long-term career in marine fuel trading through structured training and mentorship from experienced commercial colleagues.
- Global Impact: Work within a world-leading independent supplier delivering future-ready energy solutions and driving the maritime energy transition.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Thrive in an international setting where accuracy, curiosity, and teamwork are highly valued.
- Inclusive Culture: Join an organization committed to inclusion and diversity, welcoming qualified applicants regardless of background.
About the Location
London serves as a major strategic maritime hub for Bunker One UK, offering a dynamic, professional commercial ecosystem ideal for establishing a high-performing international career in bunker trading and energy logistics.
How to Apply
Early-career professionals who are interested in joining the London Trading Team as a Junior Bunker Trader are encouraged to submit their applications on a rolling basis. For any position-related questions, candidates may contact Director Grant Foulger directly at +44 79 2105 8322.
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