Full job description

We are looking for an experienced International Oil Trader to manage and develop international trading opportunities across petroleum products and fuels. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of global fuel markets, supplier and buyer networks, pricing mechanisms, logistics, trade documentation, and commercial negotiations.

The role will focus on identifying profitable trading opportunities, sourcing products competitively, developing relationships with international suppliers and customers, and managing transactions from negotiation through delivery and settlement.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop international trading opportunities for fuel and petroleum products.
• Source products from reliable refineries, suppliers, distributors, and international trading partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with buyers, suppliers, brokers, shipping companies, and other industry stakeholders.
• Negotiate purchase and sales contracts, pricing, payment terms, delivery conditions, and Incoterms.
• Monitor international fuel prices, market trends, supply-demand conditions, freight rates, and geopolitical developments.
• Prepare commercial offers, quotations, and trading proposals for customers.
• Manage the complete trading cycle from initial enquiry and negotiation through contract execution, shipment, documentation, delivery, and payment.
• Coordinate with shipping, logistics, operations, finance, and documentation teams.
• Review and manage trade documentation including invoices, Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, inspection certificates, Letters of Credit, and related documents.
• Evaluate trading margins, costs, freight charges, and profitability before executing transactions.
• Develop new markets and expand the company's international customer and supplier network.
• Maintain accurate records of quotations, transactions, contracts, customers, suppliers, and trading performance.
• Ensure transactions comply with applicable international trade regulations, sanctions requirements, company policies, and contractual obligations.
• Manage counterparty and commercial risks associated with international fuel trading.
• Support management with market intelligence, forecasts, trading opportunities, and competitor information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, International Trade, Supply Chain, Finance, Petroleum/Energy Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in international fuel, petroleum, oil products, or commodity trading.
• Strong understanding of international fuel markets and pricing.
• Existing international network of fuel suppliers and/or buyers is highly preferred.
• Good knowledge of shipping, logistics, Incoterms, and international trade documentation.
• Experience negotiating commercial contracts and high-value transactions.
• Understanding of Letters of Credit, bank guarantees, international payments, and trade finance is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to calculate margins and evaluate trading opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-management skills.
• Fluent English is required; additional languages are an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard business software.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, target-driven international trading environment.
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