Fuel Oil Trader

SK Energy International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

SK Energy International is seeking a senior Fuel Oil Trader based in Singapore to lead discretionary trades across physical and paper markets. You will optimize feedstock economics, manage positions and logistics, and drive cross-regional arbitrage with overseas desks.

A proven track record in trading and risk management is essential. You will collaborate with operations and bunker desks, identify new opportunities, and maintain market intelligence while building strong industry relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance or other relevant fields.
• 12+ years of commodity trading experience.
• 8+ years of Fuel Oil trading with cross-regional arbitrage and storage/blending experience.
• Experience in refinery optimization or feedstock economics.
• Proven track record of delivering strong P&L and driving bottom-line value.
• Deep understanding of market fundamentals, global trade flows, arbitrage economics, and geopolitical dynamics.
• Sound knowledge of commodity risk management, hedging, risk exposure management, VaR and derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Execute discretionary trades for Fuel Oil, Straight-run Feedstock, and Slurry across both physical and paper markets.
• Optimize refinery feedstock and Fuel Oil economics and balances in a timely and structured manner.
• Manage physical & paper positions, logistics, and inventory in close coordination with operations and bunker trading desks.
• Lead cross-regional arbitrage strategies and risk exposures – including freight, pricing, and operations - in close collaboration with overseas desks.
• Identify and commercialize new trading opportunities across sourcing, logistics, storage, and blending to maximize book profitability.
• Maintain up-to-date market intelligence on market fundamentals, macroeconomic trends, and geopolitical dynamics.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with key market participants, counterparties, and brokers to ensure efficient execution.

Skills

Communication & Co-ordination

Strategic Thinking

Task Leading

People Leading

Self-Leading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance or other relevant fields

Job description

This role sits within SK Energy International.

About SK Energy International (SKEI)

SKEI markets and trades crude oil and petroleum products. The company was incorporated in 1990 and is based in Singapore. SK energy international operates as a subsidiary of SK trading international.

The Fuel Oil Trader will be a key member of the FO/Material business unit, one of the primary trading books in Singapore, reporting to the Global FO team lead and supporting SK Energy’s global commodities trading business. Key responsibilities and expectations include:

Responsibilities

• Execute discretionary trades for Fuel Oil, Straight-run Feedstock, and Slurry across both physical and paper markets.
• Optimize refinery feedstock and Fuel Oil economics and balances in a timely and structured manner.
• Manage physical & paper positions, logistics, and inventory in close coordination with operations and bunker trading desks.
• Lead cross-regional arbitrage strategies and risk exposures – including freight, pricing, and operations - in close collaboration with overseas desks.
• Identify and commercialize new trading opportunities across sourcing, logistics, storage, and blending to maximize book profitability.
• Maintain up-to-date market intelligence on market fundamentals, macroeconomic trends, and geopolitical dynamics.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with key market participants, counterparties, and brokers to ensure efficient execution.

Communication & Co-ordination Skills

• Ability to articulate and discuss ideas effectively, influencing key stakeholders to achieve shared business outcomes.
• Anticipate market and customer needs, actively seeking feedback to enhance service quality, expand business networks, and foster long-term loyalty.

Strategic Thinking Skills

• Ability to identify complex underlying problems or market risks early, utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies to formulate effective solutions.

Task Leading: Aligning work priorities with organizational goals, proactively setting task scope, deliverables, and realistic timelines with strategic foresight (evaluating potential impact and risks in advance).

People Leading: Provide constructive, actionable feedback to foster professional growth and performance development. Motivate and empower team members to achieve desk and corporate objectives.

Self-Leading: Lead by example across the organization, Inspiring and guiding others to drive change and execute strategic initiatives. Cultivate an open, collaborative, and continuous learning culture within the team and organization.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance or other relevant fields.
• 12+ years of commodity trading experience.
• 8+ years of Fuel Oil trading with a proven track record in leading cross-regional arbitrage trades (pricing, freight, and operational risks) and storage/blending business.
• Experience in refinery optimization or feedstock economics is needed.
• Proven track record of consistently delivering strong P&L performance and driving bottom-line value.
• Strong capability to identify new commercial opportunities, structure trading plans, and scale new business models.
• Deep understanding of market fundamentals, global trade flows, arbitrage economics, and geopolitical dynamics.
• Sound knowledge of commodity risk management practices, including hedging, risk exposure management, VaR concepts, and derivatives market mechanics.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications & experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, typically within 2 weeks from the closing date of the posting.