Petroleum Products Trader (Refined Products, MGO & Gasoil)

About the role

A fast-growing fuel distribution and bunkering company based in Pointe-Noire, Congo, is looking for a Trader to source, price and negotiate deals on refined products such as MGO, gasoil and marine fuels. The role covers onshore and offshore supply across West and Central Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Sourcing, pricing and negotiating refined products deals (MGO, gasoil, marine fuels)
• Building supplier and client networks and structuring competitive offers
• Managing price and counterparty risk
• Own the P&L of each transaction from enquiry to final settlement

Required profile

• 5 to 10 years in physical trading, supply or bunkering of refined petroleum products
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in commerce, finance, economics, engineering or supply chain, or equivalent experience
• Fluent English; working French is a strong advantage
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Nice to have: bunkering, shipping or chartering background, experience in African markets, hedging experience

Required skills

• Pricing references (Platts, Argus, ICE), price formulas and netbacks
• Sale and purchase contracts, Incoterms, shipping operations and L/Cs
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with a solid supplier and counterparty network