Commodity Specialist
Job Description
Commodities Expert (CTRM)
Employment Type: FTE Only
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Key Responsibilities:
Market Analysis & Research: Monitor global commodity markets, analyze supply/demand trends, economic indicators, and geopolitical events impacting commodity prices. Prepare detailed reports and forecasts.
Trading & Execution: Execute trades in futures, options, and physical commodities. Develop trading strategies to optimize profitability and hedge risks. Maintain relationships with brokers, suppliers, and buyers.
Risk Management: Assess and mitigate market, credit, and operational risks. Monitor exposure and ensure compliance with risk policies. Collaborate on hedging strategies.
Top 3 Must-Haves:
Commodities domain experience
Risk domain experience
Strong analytical skills
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
• Strong understanding of exchange traded (Gas and Power preferred) and OTC commodities trade lifecycle, pricing, valuation and PnL.
• Experience testing trade booking from various execution platform like ICE, Trading Technologies, Trayport etc.
• Experience validating system configuration, workflows, and data within CTRM system.