Monjasa is seeking a motivated and commercially driven Trader to join its Panama Physical Trading Team, offering maritime professionals a premier opportunity to expand their career within one of the company’s most vital logistical and commercial hubs in the Americas.
The role comes as Monjasa continues to strengthen its physical bunkering operations across Latin America. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and ambitious local team in Panama City, taking on immediate hands-on exposure to daily marine fuel sales, supply chain logistics, and relationship-driven business development. For commercial professionals looking to build an international career in the oil and shipping industries, this position offers the autonomy to develop a personal customer portfolio while leveraging a highly robust global network.
About Monjasa
Monjasa is a leading global partner to the shipping and energy industries and ranks among the world’s top 10 largest marine fuel suppliers. Founded in Denmark in 2002, the group specializes in oil trading, physical bunker supply, and shipowning activities. Today, Monjasa employs more than 700 traders and maritime specialists worldwide.
Financially, Monjasa stands out as one of the most resilient companies in the bunkering sector. In 2025, the group reported total revenue of USD 4.0 billion, performing 16,741 supply operations globally and recording an all-time high consolidated equity of USD 472 million with a strong equity ratio of 64.7%. Operating a specialized fleet of around 30 tankers and barges, Monjasa services industry-leading clients in more than 800 ports worldwide. The company operates under a strict “Personal Business” philosophy, prioritizing long-term partnerships, honesty, and deep-rooted industry relationships.
The Role: Trader – Panama City
Monjasa is looking for a relationship-oriented professional with a strong sales mindset to support its physical supply operations in Panama. The role is designed for a proactive individual who can comfortably handle the high-velocity demands of bunker trading, from initial price negotiations to final delivery coordination.
Working directly on the front lines of the Panama Canal’s shipping lanes, the new Trader will receive active support and mentorship from experienced desks. The role emphasizes full commercial ownership, enabling the successful candidate to manage both customer and supplier relationships, capture emerging market opportunities, and independently scale their trading portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Portfolio Management: Actively develop, nurture, and manage strong long-term relationships with shipowners, charterers, and local suppliers.
- Bunker Trading Execution: Execute daily physical bunker trading activities, ensuring competitive price negotiations and optimal commercial terms.
- Logistical Coordination: Partner with internal operations and external stakeholders to streamline marine fuel deliveries, ensuring efficient and compliant vessel turnarounds.
- Market Expansion: Proactively identify new business avenues, evaluate emerging shipping trends, and work to steadily expand Monjasa’s regional market share.
- Global Collaboration: Work in close synchronization with traders and bunkering desks across Monjasa’s international offices to capture cross-regional trade flows.
Candidate Profile
- Experience: Applicants should possess around 2+ years of experience in sales, trading, shipping, maritime logistics, or a related commercial role.
- Commercial & Interpersonal Skills: Monjasa is seeking individuals who demonstrate:
- A strong commercial mindset and an authentic passion for sales.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- The confidence to make rapid decisions in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
- A proactive, curious attitude coupled with a strong willingness to learn.
- Language Requirements: Fluency in English is essential for daily international operations. Proficiency in Spanish is considered a strong advantage given the domestic market and regional stakeholder interactions.
Why Join Monjasa?
- International Career Pathway: Build a long-term, global career within the highly specialized oil and shipping industries.
- Collaborative Learning Environment: Work directly alongside seasoned marine fuel traders and receive hands-on training from day one.
- Global Reach: Engage directly with diverse international clients and suppliers operating across multiple time zones.
- Distinct Corporate Culture: Become part of an inclusive workplace built around the shared values of Respect, Curiosity, Ambition, and Smile & Joy.
- Financial & Operational Backing: Benefit from trading on a highly stable platform backed by an industry-leading balance sheet and fully ISO-certified quality and compliance frameworks.
About the Location
Panama City is the undisputed maritime capital of Central America and sits alongside the Panama Canal, one of the most critical logistical chokepoints in global trade. Serving as a bridge between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, Panama is a top-tier global bunkering hub that facilitates thousands of vessel transits each year. For a marine fuel trader, Panama offers a uniquely dense commercial ecosystem filled with international shipping agencies, port authorities, and global trade flows, making it an ideal environment for establishing strong, relationship-driven maritime business.
How to Apply
Professionals who are interested in joining the Panama Physical Trading Team as a Trader are encouraged to submit their CV and application directly through Monjasa’s official corporate recruitment channels.
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