Peninsula, a global leader in marine energy services, is looking for a Bunker Trader (Supply & Reselling) to join their team in Houston, TX. With a strong reputation for providing marine fuel solutions, Peninsula continues to set the industry standard with over 25 years of experience.
Bunker Trader Key Responsibilities
- Engage in the purchase and sale of marine fuel, building strong relationships with suppliers and counterparties to foster profitable, long-term partnerships.
- Generate competitive supply solutions and coordinate demand generation alongside Sales and Market Intelligence teams.
- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to increase strike rate and profit margins in the region.
- Collaborate with traders and regional offices across Peninsula Group to ensure seamless market intelligence and customer communication.
- Analyze market conditions, negotiate deals, process orders, and handle customer queries throughout the sales process.
- Monitor local cargo index movements to identify opportunities for competitive advantage.
- Work with the Regional Head and Book Management team to implement short and long-term trading strategies.
- Ensure suppliers are vetted, claims costs are minimized, and financial strength of counterparties is regularly assessed in collaboration with the Supplier Credit Team.
- Stay updated on industry developments by regularly reading trade publications and market reports.
Ideal Candidate
The role is ideal for individuals with prior experience in trading, particularly in the bunker sector. Applicants should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, be able to think quickly under pressure, and possess a high level of customer orientation.
Desirable Skills
- Business-level proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus.
- Strong knowledge of the bunker industry, shipping market, and fuel specifications.
- Experience with CRM systems and MS Office Suite.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and handle fast-paced, time-sensitive tasks.
About Peninsula
Peninsula is a global provider of marine fuel solutions, committed to delivering competitive supply strategies and maintaining a high standard of excellence in the maritime fuel industry. The company’s Supply and Reselling teams play a vital role in driving profitability and ensuring the company’s growth through innovative trading strategies and superior customer service.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to Peninsula’s success in a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.
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