Senior Price Risk Manager - Commodities

Mars, Incorporated; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated is seeking a Senior Price Risk Manager to develop and execute strategies to manage commodity price risk. This role is vital in navigating volatile markets like cocoa and sugar and involves significant expertise in trading and risk management. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Work with a diverse and talented team

Access to world-class learning and development, including Mars University

Competitive salary and annual bonus program

Qualifications

• Significant experience in commodity or currency trading, market research, or price risk management.
• Demonstrable expertise in using futures, options, and other derivative instruments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to effectively manage commodity price risk.
• Execute derivative transactions ensuring compliance with market regulations.
• Monitor market trends and conduct analysis to inform risk strategies.

Skills

Commodity trading

Market research

Price risk management

Analytical capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, supply chain, or related field

Job description

Job Description:

Senior Price Risk Manager - Commodities

Mars is seeking a Senior Price Risk Manager to develop and execute commodity price risk strategies, including managing derivatives positions. Reporting to the Head of Commodity Price Risk Management, this role plays a vital part in navigating dynamic and volatile markets like cocoa, sugar, dairy, and/or grains to protect business value.

What We're Looking For

• Significant experience in commodity or currency trading, market research, or price risk management
• Demonstrable expertise in using futures, options, and other derivative instruments
• Strong analytical capabilities and a performance-driven mindset
• Experience in soft commodities or broader raw material markets preferred
• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, supply chain, mathematics, or a related field

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to effectively manage commodity price risk
• Execute derivative transactions (futures, options, OTC), ensuring compliance with internal policies and market regulations
• Monitor market trends and conduct analysis to inform risk strategies and decision-making
• Partner with cross-functional teams to provide insight into commodity markets and exposure
• Develop verbal and written communications that inform business understanding and decision-making on commodity markets
• Contribute to global market intelligence and reporting
• Ensure alignment with internal controls, governance standards, and financial reporting requirements

What You Can Expect from Mars

• Work with a diverse and talented team guided by our Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose-led business committed to building a better future
• Access to world-class learning and development, including Mars University
• Competitive salary, benefits, and annual bonus program

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.