Senior Physical Bunker Trader

BP PLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work model

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

BP plc is seeking a Marine Marketer to coordinate marine physical sales across Europe and Africa, oversee daily pricing for GO, HSFO and VLSFO, and manage key accounts. You will work with bunker and cargo traders and provide market insights to shape near- and mid-term strategies.

The role requires strong experience in marine markets, P&L reporting, and the ability to cover account managers and bunker traders as needed. This position offers hybrid working arrangements across the region.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to manage marine accounts and originate new marine business.
• Clear market insight and ability to collaborate with traders on near- and mid-term strategies.
• Understanding of marine book exposure and trading-related P&L reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bp marine physical sales activities in the region.
• Oversee daily pricing and trading for GO, HSFO and VLSFO for Europe & Africa.
• Manage senior marine accounts and originate new marine business.
• Provide market insights to the trading team and develop strategic plans.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of P&L from trading activities.

Skills

Agreements and negotiations

Analytical thinking

Commercial business development

Consultative selling

Trading fundamentals

Market insights

Deal modelling

Influencing

Tools

BP trading systems

Job description

Entity:Supply, Trading & ShippingJob Family Group:Supply & Trading GroupJob Description:Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.About the roleThe Marine Marketer works with the team to coordinate bp marine physical sales activities in the region, including responsibility for key accounts, day-to-day marketing and marine trading, delivering the strategic plan of the business, and identifying new opportunities in the region, including new account opening and low-carbon fuels.In this role You willWork with bunker and cargo traders to oversee daily pricing and trading for GO, HSFO and VLSFO for the Europe & Africa business.Manage senior marine accounts and originate new marine business through active engagement with customers and the market.Provide market insights to the trading team and work with traders to develop near- and mid-term strategies for the Europe & Africa marine business.Understand and oversee the exposure positions of the marine book and work with relevant functions to ensure timely and accurate reporting of P&L from trading activities.Act as cover for the account managers and Physical Bunker Traders in the team.Drive continuous improvement of marine team analytics, data, and ways of working across Europe & Africa and the wider bp marine business.What You will need to be successfulDemonstrated ability to manage marine accounts and originate new marine business through active engagement with customers and the market.Strong market insight and the ability to collaborate with traders to develop near- and mid-term strategies for the marine business.Understanding of marine book exposure positions and trading-related P&L reporting.Ability to work with relevant functions to ensure timely and accurate reporting of trading activities.Ability to provide cover for account managers and Physical Bunker Traders within the team.Experience working with bunker and cargo traders to oversee daily pricing and trading for GO, HSFO and VLSFO.Commitment to continuously improving marine team analytics, data, and ways of working across Europe & Africa and the wider bp marine business.Ability to provide market insights and collaborate with traders to develop near- and mid-term strategies for the Singapore marine business.Why Join us:At bp, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can grow and develop your career. We provide flexible ways of working, competitive benefits, and opportunities to learn within a global organisation. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. We understand that people have different priorities and responsibilities, which is why we offer a range of benefits and flexible options to help you balance work and life effectively.Join us in shaping the future and take the next step in your career with bp. Apply now.Travel RequirementNo travel is expected with this roleRelocation Assistance:This role is not eligible for relocationRemote Type:This position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills:Agreements and negotiations, Agreements and negotiations, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Commercial Business Development, Consultative selling skills, Continuous Learning, Customer promise execution, Customer service delivery excellence, Deal modelling and valuation, Developing and implementing strategy, Influencing, Internal alignment, Joint Venture Structuring, Listening, Loyalty Management, Marketing strategy and programmes, Negotiating value, Negotiation planning and preparation, Partner relationship management, Presenting, Sentiment and Trends, Thought Leadership, Trade discipline and compliance, Trading Fundamentals {+ 1 more}.Legal Disclaimer:We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.Expand job descriptionDisclaimerThis is a high-level summary only of terms and current discretionary benefits applicable to certain roles. Some rewards, benefits and policies are at managers’ discretion and vary depending on where you work within the business. All terms subject to contract and all discretionary benefits subject to policy and eligibility.